Mini Soccer 4v4
A small-sided 4v4 soccer game on a small field, prioritizing passing and spacing over score.
How to play
- Mark a 20×15 m field with cones.
- Form 2 teams of 4 players + rotating goalkeepers.
- Explain the 2 special rules before starting.
- 4-minute games, switch teams, another 4 minutes.
- Close with a debrief: what pass worked best?
Rules
- Minimum 3 passes before shooting.
- Goalkeeper rotates every 2 minutes.
- Foul = change of possession, no free kicks.
Variations
Easier
3v3, bigger field, no minimum pass rule.
Standard
4v4, 20×15 field, minimum 3 passes.
Harder
5v5, everyone must touch the ball before shooting, yellow cards for shouting.
Adaptations
- Reduced mobility: permanent goalkeeper role or assistant referee.
- Large skill gap: mixed teams and girls' goals count double.
Learning goals
- Teamwork
- Fair Play
- Motor Skills
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