Drill · U9

Gate Passing Pairs

Pairs score a point for every pass played through their gate — most gates in sixty seconds wins.

Duration
10 min
Players
6–16
  • Passing
  • Scanning

Setup

Step 1 of 3

16 × 12 m · three pairs

Pairs face each other, a gate in the middle of each pair — one ball per pair.

Coaching points

  • Inside of the foot, firm and along the ground.
  • First touch out of your feet, towards the gate.
  • Call your partner's name before you pass.

Equipment

  • Cones · 2 per pair
  • Balls · 1 per pair

Progressions

  • Harder One-touch passing; count gates in 60 seconds.
  • Easier Bigger gate; trap first, then pass.

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    • 5–8 players
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    • 6–8 players

Plan sessions, manage your team and coach from the sideline.