Build intensity
Walking routes → Add ball actions → Finish with moderate changes of direction
SOCCER DEVELOPMENT HUB · WARM-UP
Follow-the-leader ball trail
Reaction & fun · Ball mastery · Communication · Teamwork
Create a positive start through shared movement, creativity, and many comfortable touches.
Readiness, not fatigue: Build from controlled movement to moderate football-specific intensity.
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Set it up
Open 20 × 25 yard area
Form groups of three or four with one ball per player and plenty of room between groups.
- Players
- 4–24
- Equipment
- 1 ball per player · 8 cones
- The leader dribbles a safe route while teammates follow and copy.
- The leader adds one stop, turn, or ball-control action.
- Rotate leaders every 30–45 seconds so every player may contribute or pass.
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