Futsal · Rotations · Passing & receiving · Decision-making

4-0 rotation

Four outfield players rotate through the 4-0 shape, passing and moving to the vacated spot.

P1P2P3P4
Start / 5
Time
15 min
Players
4–10
Age
U12+
Area
Half court
Equipment
2 futsal balls4 cones

Setup

  1. Four cones in a flat line across the half court; a player on each.
  2. No defenders to start.

How it runs

  1. Pass to a neighbour and run to the space they leave; the chain keeps rotating.
  2. After each pass the mover takes the next spot in the rotation.
  3. Add two passive defenders after 5 minutes.

Coaching points

  • Pass and move at once: the pass is the trigger.
  • Keep the four spread the width of the court.
  • Receive side-on so you can play either way.

Common mistakes

  • Passing then standing still.
  • Two players ending up on one cone.

Say it: “Pass, then go.”

Make it harder

  • Two touches max.
  • Defenders go live.

Make it easier

  • Walk the rotation first.
  • Coach calls each pass.

Reviewed by the Sportdify coaching team.