98-P3 · Small-sided game · U9–U11
Dribble to Break Lines
Dribble to Break Lines is a small-sided game for U9–U11 teams (8 players, 20 × 30 yards) that works on movement and dribbling.
This fast-paced 4v4 game challenges our players to take on defenders, maintain control, and make smart decisions while advancing the ball.
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2:00 - Age group
- U9–U11
- Players
- 8 players
- Area
- 20 × 30 yards (1/4 Pitch)
- Time
- 25–30 minutes
- Goalkeeper
- No
- Coaches
- 1
- Practice type
- Small-sided game
- Coach level
- Beginner (D Licence)
How it's set up
This fast-paced 4v4 game challenges our younger aged group players to take on defenders, maintain control, and make smart decisions while advancing the ball. The practice encourages creativity, quick thinking, and individual skill in competitive, game-like scenarios - perfect for coaches looking to improve dribbling, composure, and attacking confidence.
Key coaching points
- Attack space with first touch - start your dribble strong
- Keep ball close when pressured - push it further when free
- Change direction and speed - be unpredictable with the ball
Also in the full practice
- 2 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
- The coach-led video (2:00) how to set it up and deliver itIn Club
- Add it to your team's Dugout drop it into a session plan with your warm-up and gameIn Club
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Run it with your team.
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