The document outlines a football conditioning exercise involving a 2 v 2 directional game in a 20 x 20 area, where yellow players aim to keep possession using wall players while orange players attempt to regain possession. Key observations for coaching include working in short intervals, allowing rest periods, and varying conditions to gauge player performance. It emphasizes the importance of timing and managing player fatigue.

1. TOPIC / THEME
Football Conditioning
Exercise 3 – 2 v 2 Directional Game with wall players
DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE (TECHNIQUE / SKILL)
Physical Fitness – Football Game
ORGANISATION
2 v 2 in a 20 x 20 area
Yellows keep possession and play
off yellow walls
Oranges try to win possession back
and play to outside oranges
One point every time one team plays
possession from one wall to another
– and keep possession
Wall players on 2 touch – keep
moving along their line
Wall players must stay outside
Players in centre play a 2v2 match
KEY OBSERVATION
1. Work for 2 mins (start with short interval)
2. Rest for 2-4 mins
3. Change Area / Duration / No of Players as your observation improves
4. Change conditions
5. Have Resting teams and working teams
6. Time everything – if players tire quickly – stop before time is up
Practical Coaching
Session Planner