Burnley FC Possession Game

Objective of the Practice:
This is a great possession exercise that emphasizes quick passing, movement and communication between players.

Field Preparation
16 Players (two groups of eight)
Area 20 yards x 20 Yards
Supply of Balls and Cones
Colored Bibs

Coaching Points
Divide group into two teams of eight. Identify teams using colored bibs. Place 4 players on each team in the square
and place four players from each team outside the square (one on each sideline). Start off with free play (unlimited touches). Play 4 v 4 inside the square. The team in possession can use their team mates on the outside to keep possession. This makes it a 8 vs 4 situation for the team with the ball. If the defending 4 can win the ball, they can then use their four team mates to make it 8 v 4 in their favor. Every time a team gets 8 consecutive passes a goal is awarded.

Progress this exercise by playing 'two touch" then "one touch"
Progress this exercise by allowing an outside play to switch with and inside player. Cannot have 5 players in box.

Rotate outside player to inside.

Focus On:
Quick movement of the ball.
Vision and communication.
Quality First Touch.

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