— Provides players with more touches than a regular soccer match.

— Focuses largely on players technical ability due to the tighter space and speed of play.

— Improves players speed of play and thought process when in and out of possession.

— Provides players with fast paced transitions and rotations due the number of players involved.

— Teaches players the importance of ball retention due to the threat of an immediate counter-attack.

— Players grow in confidence on the ball, ability to receive a pass under pressure, decision-making in 1v1 situations, and ball retention.

— The game intrinsically encourages movement and rotation from players as well as a sense of innovation and creativity to unlock defenses and to create some space for yourself or teammates.