Mexico 2 v 2 Passing Game

Objective of the Practice:
This is a good attacking exercise that emphasizes disciplined passing and movement. It develops good passing techniques, good movement and first touch.

Field Preparation
6 Players (2 outside, 2 v 2 inside)
Area 10 yards x 20 Yards
Supply of Balls and Cones

Coaching Points
Place four players (2 v 2) in the center of the square and two players at opposite ends of the square. The object of the game is for the two players in possession to find the target man with a pass. If they find the target mans feet they score a goal. The player who passes the ball switches with the target man and the pair now attacks the opposite side of the square. In this manner the target man is frequently changing with the flow of the game.

Focus On:
Quick exchange of the ball, quality passing.
Penetration.
Explosive running off the ball.

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