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Soccer drills

Pass and follow a triangle

Use this activity to work on passing 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
Players3–6
Starting spaceTriangle with 7-yard sides
Suggested time6–10 minutes, including short breaks
EquipmentBalls, flat cones, bibs when teams are used

Set it up

Put one player at each corner and one ball in play. With more players, use a second triangle instead of long queues.

How to play

Pass to the next corner and follow your pass at a jog. The receiver opens toward the next player before sending the ball on. Reverse direction after a minute.

Make it easier

Allow an extra controlling touch and shorten the sides.

Add a challenge

Choose the next corner freely so players must communicate and scan.

What to watch for

Players run into the receiver’s path. Follow outside the triangle and leave the receiving space open.

Take it into a game

Finish with a short small-sided game and look for the same passing 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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