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Soccer drills

Switch the point of attack

Use this activity to work on width through repeated decisions with the ball. Start with the simpler version, watch the first round, and adjust the space or pressure to match the players in front of you.

By ToopTime · Updated 2026-09-21U9–U10 · U11–U12
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At a glance
Players4–8
Starting space20 × 20 yards; four corner targets
Suggested time6–10 minutes, including short breaks
EquipmentBalls, flat cones, bibs when teams are used

Set it up

Players occupy wide corners, with supporting players between corners if available. Start with one ball.

How to play

Move the ball through a supporting player to a far-side corner. The far receiver takes a first touch into space and starts the next switch.

Make it easier

Shorten distances and allow players to stop the ball.

Add a challenge

Add one central defender to block the direct route across.

What to watch for

Players force a long diagonal. Use a safe support pass when the central lane is blocked.

Take it into a game

Finish with a short small-sided game and look for the same width decision without the activity’s extra conditions. Ask a player to describe one moment when it helped. Keep the next round simple if the skill disappears under pressure.

KEEP IT SIMPLE

Look for space. Keep the ball within reach.

Practical suggestions to adapt to your players. This resource has not received independent coach or referee review. How our content is prepared.

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