Variations of this game play an important part in the KNVB's methods to develop composed, building up play. The numbers might be 5v2, 6v2 or 6v3. The object for the orange team is to complete 5 to 10 passes without the blue team touching the ball. The object for the blues is to win the ball and dribble it outside of the area. First team to three points wins. By changing the numbers and dimensions of the field the game can be made harder or easier for the attackers.
Technique. All passing skills, receiving, screening and short dribbles.
Insight. Does the team in possession slow the game down when necessary? Is the correct pass selected? Are the distance and angles of the supporting players correct? Do the defenders read the correct moment to go on for a tackle? Note, the attackers should NOT get themselves stuck in the corners. Children maysee that as creating the most space, but they don't see how it reduces the angle that you can play the ball through.
Communication. Do the attackers let the ball do the work? Do they read when they are not the target? Do they create decoys? Do the defenders work together?
Without proper goals this game lacks direction so it isn't soccer. It is a realistic picture for a team that wants to hold onto the ball. Perhaps they are two goals up with five minutes left or composed possession is a part of their build up. It poses real soccer problems and requires TIC solutions. Both teams have an objective, both can win or lose. This game involves enough elements to be soccer like.
Click on the image to see some scenes about 5v2 from the "Street Soccer" DVD in a Real Time video.
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