Main Game Football Activities for Year 4

Two attackers work together to beat one defender using passing and dribbling combinations

Small-sided game where defensive pairs work together to prevent attackers reaching end zone

Small-sided possession game where three attackers work together to dribble past one defender and score

Small-sided football games on larger pitches designed to encourage and reward the use of long-distance passing skills.

Small-sided hockey game where students apply all learned dribbling skills in a competitive 3v3 format with man-to-man marking system and bully off restarts

Small-sided games where teams apply marking principles and develop defensive communication in realistic game situations

Four players work together to keep possession while one defender tries to intercept in a marked square

Small-sided game where four attackers maintain possession against two defenders

Small-sided game applying receiving skills with opposition pressure and scoring opportunities

Small-sided invasion game where 4 attackers work together to maintain possession and hit a central target while 2 defenders try to intercept

Teams of 4 compete to score by controlling the ball in the opponent's end zone while applying passing and possession skills

Teams compete to maintain possession by making consecutive passes while applying dribbling skills

Circuit-style activity where students rotate through different equipment stations (hoops, hurdles, cones) practicing specific balance movements including jumping, leaping and hopping with controlled landings

Modified 4v4 football game with four corner goals promoting width, passing, and tactical turning

Team game where players score by passing to teammates in opponent's end zone

Team-based invasion game where players score by controlling their ball in the opponent's end zone, emphasising turning skills to beat defenders

Small-sided invasion game where teams score by getting the ball into endzone through dribbling or passing to teammates

Dynamic warm-up game where students collect flags while avoiding capture, developing spatial awareness and agility

Small-sided possession game where attackers try to hit targets while defenders intercept

3v3 game with multiple goals where teams use trapping and passing skills to score

Structured tournament format with rotating referees, multiple pitches, and emphasis on sportsmanship alongside competition

Small-sided games focusing on ball control and possession without tackling pressure

Pairs move around a circle passing and following while practicing cushioning technique

Players attempt to cross from one side to the other while avoiding catchers in the middle zone