Effective Soccer Transition Drills
Check out these effective soccer transition drills that you can use in your next training session. Learning how to transition is incredibly important for players. In order to be able to quickly and effectively switch from defense to attack and vice-versa, players need lots of practice. Below you’ll find all our drills for coaching players about transitions and switching the play.
Transition Drills
3 Team Rotation To Goal
In this fast and exciting transition game, teams take turns attacking and defending a large goal. This activity has all the elements of a regular soccer game and can be used for players of all abilities aged 9-18. Related: Transition…
3 Zone Switching The Play
In this small-sided game, players are rewarded additional points when they successfully switch the play before scoring a goal! Passing Drill – 3 Zone Switching The Play Set Up The Drill Set up a 40×50 yard field using small cones….
6v3 Transition Game
In this fast-paced & continuous 6v3 game, players work on quick transitions, passing and receiving, and combining to score! 6v3 Transition Game Set Up The Drill Set up a 30×20-yard grid using small cones and mark out a halfway line…
Hornet’s Nest
In this fun rondo-style activity, players work on passing and possession whilst developing their spatial awareness. The game can also be used as a warm-up for switching the play and transition sessions with older players. Hornet’s Nest Drill Set Up…
Switching The Play | 4v2 Drill
In this fast-paced and competitive rondo game, players work on their short and long-range passing as well as their vision and awareness.
Team Transition And Possession | Small Sided Game
This small-sided game is great for use in training sessions focusing on possession, transitioning, and passing. Players will compete in two teams and must quickly transition from attacking to defending and vice versa throughout the drill. This activity can also…
Transition Game To Goal: 4v4 +4
In this exciting and competitive small-sided game, players work on their speed of play, creating and scoring goals and making quick offensive and defensive transitions. 4v4 +4 Transition Drill Set Up The Drill Set up a 30 x 40-yard grid…
