This practice session focuses on ball possession in a 4 vs 2 drill, where 4 red players try to complete a set number of passes against 2 yellow defenders who aim to win the ball back. The session is organized in a 15m by 15m grid with cones, footballs, and 4 red players against 2 yellow defenders. Key observations for coaches include support angles and distance, width, depth and penetration of red players, decision making, and body shape for receiving passes.

1. Practical Coaching
Session Planner
TOPIC / THEME
Ball Possession – Keeping the Ball in a 4 v 2 Practice
DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE (TECHNIQUE / SKILL)
2 Yellow Defenders plays ball into 4 Red players, who try to keep possession of the ball
For a set number of passes, duration, points scored, until defender wins ball
ORGANISATION
15m x 15m ( Flexible – Age and
Ability dictate )
4 Reds v 2 Yellows
3-4 Footballs
Cones to mark Area(s)
KEY OBSERVATION
1. Support – Angle & Distance
2. Width
3. Depth - Penetrate
4. Decision Making
5. 5.Body shape To receive
NOTES
Very important to give incentives to both Attackers and Defenders
May need to start with Very Passive Defender or None
May need to alter Grid Size
Coach needs to observe closely, praise, challenge, and motivate the players