71-P5 · Rondo · U12 up to adult
Possession to Penetrate Rondo
Possession to Penetrate Rondo is a rondo for U12 up to adult teams (10 players, 20 × 20 yards) that works on passing, penetration and press and cover.
This possession-based rondo challenges players to control the game with the ball while identifying the right moments to penetrate.
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2:07 - Age group
- U12 up to adult
- Players
- 10 players
- Area
- 20 × 20 yards (1/8 Pitch)
- Time
- 20–30 minutes
- Goalkeeper
- No
- Coaches
- 1
- Practice type
- Rondo
- Coach level
- Intermediate (C Licence)
How it's set up
This possession-based rondo challenges players to control the game with the ball while identifying the right moments to penetrate. The focus is on scanning, movement, and decision-making under pressure, encouraging players to stretch defenders and exploit space with purpose. A great practice for coaches looking to develop intelligent possession play that leads to penetration, not just recycled passes.
Key coaching points
- Stretch the defenders - exploit the numerical advantage
- Scan to recognise defenders positions - play through/around
- Decision-making in possession - keep the ball or penetrate
Also in the full practice
- 2 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
- The coach-led video (2:07) 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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