Could have the unintended consequence of producing better-skilled players. Having to learn to trap the ball with your chest, foot, etc.
Yeah. Just play 5 a side and develop technique.
FUTSAL!
Which currently has a big FA push and initiative with Pokémon to push it in schools and youth level (despite nationally a lack of facilities and understanding of the game). Most people think you can rock up on a five-a-side pitch and play 'FUTSAL INNIT'.
I love the game, no idea why the UK is so behind the times with it. Indoors. Fast paced. Skillful. AH wait.
http://www.thefa.com/get-involved/player/futsal
It's class. We really should be binning off 5-a-side altogether and going full futsal across the board.