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Possession

Positional Possession — 4v4+2 Neutrals

Two teams of four; two neutral players always support the team in possession

Theme

Possession

Duration

25 min

Players (min–rec–max)

18–18–18

Equipment

cones, bibs, balls

Set-up

Two teams of four; two neutral players always support the team in possession. Team keeps ball; turnover on loss. Rotate neutrals every 4 minutes to spread the touch count.

Coaching points

  • Third-man runs — play to neutral, move, get it back
  • Neutrals: position to give TWO options always, not one
  • Win the ball back within 5 seconds or reset your shape — no chasing in a mob

Progressions

  • Remove one neutral — 4v4+1 — forces quicker decisions
  • Add a directional end zone: team scores by dribbling in, making possession purposeful