Academy Arena Drill Detail

Outplaying your opponent
4 – 10×10 yard boxes
8-11 players
1v1 in each box – 1,2 or 3 neutral players.
One team must try to keep the ball, the neutral player helps the team in possession.
If a team achieves 8 passes (or number to suit) they score 1 point, if they can get a one-two around their opponent they score 2 points.
Allow team with the ball to switch which square they are in but defenders to stay then progress where the defenders can follow.
This game can be physically demanding – try to play in 1 minute blocks to keep the intensity and then switch the neutral players and the opponents in 1v1 squares.
This is great for developing combination play, passing and receiving skills in tight areas, shielding the ball, and movement off the ball in small areas.

Academy Arena
Outplaying Your Opponent