Football Drills for Beginners (Ages 5–7)

Ball Control & Passing

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1. Red Light, Green Light

Setup

• Every player has a ball.
• Small playing area.

How to Play

• “Green Light” → dribble fast
• “Yellow Light” → dribble slow
• “Red Light” → stop the ball

Coaching Points

• Small touches
• Keep ball close
• Use both feet

Time

5–8 mins

2. Passing Gates

Setup

• Make small gates using cones.
• Players work in pairs.

How to Play

• Pass the ball through the gate to partner.
• Count successful passes.

Coaching Points

• Use inside of foot
• Soft passes
• Control before passing

Time

8–10 mins

3. Shark Attack

Setup

• All players with a ball.
• One coach/player is the shark.

How to Play

• Players dribble around.
• Shark tries to kick balls away.

Coaching Points

• Keep ball close
• Change direction quickly
• Protect the ball

Time

5–8 mins

4. Pass and Move

Setup

• Players in pairs.
• Stand a few steps apart.

How to Play

• Pass the ball.
• Move after every pass.
• Partner passes back.

Coaching Points

• Pass and move
• Good first touch
• Watch the ball

Time

8–10 mins

5. Clean Your Room

Setup

• Split players into 2 teams.
• Balls in the middle.

How to Play

• Kick balls into the other team’s side.
• Team with fewer balls wins.

Coaching Points

• Accurate passing
• Quick reactions
• Have fun

Time

5–8 mins