Crossfire - Players are split into 4 teams and will play over 2 squares (2 per square). Teams stand at the ends of the squares facing each other with all players having a ball. In the middle of the square there is 5 different coloured balls which are target balls. The aim of the game is for players to use their balls to hit the target ball and knock it across the opposing teams side by passing. Players may only use footballs that are on their side, as balls that stay in the middle are dead. They also can't touch the target balls directly. Encourage to use correct technique to produce more accuracy to gain greater success.
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Under FutureFit, your Under-9s stay at 5v5, your Under-11s stay at 7v7 and your Under-13s stay at 9v9. Same pitch, same numbers, one more year. Here is how to make sure that year feels like a step forward rather than a repeat.
Most 1v1s are lost in the first second, when the defender rushes in and dives. Teach your players to slow the attacker down, take away the dangerous option and pick the right moment, and they will win far more of them.
The FA's FutureFit framework lands this season, bringing a 3v3 entry format at Under-7s. Here is what actually changes on a Saturday morning, and how to coach it well.
