Possession
Positional Possession — 4v4+2 Neutrals
Two teams of four; two neutral players always support the team in possession
Theme
Possession
Duration
25 min
Players (min–rec–max)
18–18–18
Equipment
cones, bibs, balls
Set-up
Two teams of four; two neutral players always support the team in possession. Team keeps ball; turnover on loss. Rotate neutrals every 4 minutes to spread the touch count.
Coaching points
- Third-man runs — play to neutral, move, get it back
- Neutrals: position to give TWO options always, not one
- Win the ball back within 5 seconds or reset your shape — no chasing in a mob
Progressions
- Remove one neutral — 4v4+1 — forces quicker decisions
- Add a directional end zone: team scores by dribbling in, making possession purposeful