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Junior Soccer Coach - Mini Soccer Formations 2-3-1
Copyright Junior Soccer Coach 2004 http://www.juniorsoccercoach.com
We are often asked what is
best formation to play mini soccer. There are plenty of different variations on how you can structure your 6 outfield players. In this series of articles we will explore different formations that we have used and seen and outline
respective roles that need to be fulfilled in these set ups.
These are not sure fire winning formations! You should know what strengths you have in your team and hopefully, these examples will give you some food for thought on how you may best structure you team. Starting formation two players in defense, three midfielders and one attacker. Organisation
The defense starts with two players in a line who cover
left and right sides of
field.
The midfield players can be organised in a line or with
central midfield player playing ahead of
two wingers (more attacking) or slightly behind (more defensive). The lone attacker should take up a position deep into
opponents half.
Rules may change from state to state but
offisde rule does not apply in mini soccer here in
UK, therefore
lone attacker can take this position without any worries. Defense
Left and Right Backs, mark
opponent's forward(s) and are
only real defenders. They have to be dependable and will only play a supporting role in offensive play if your oppenents retreat all players.