Set Up:

Diagram 1: The attackers (Blue team) go 2v1 at the defender (Player 1, Red team), looking to finish against GK1. As the two attackers (Players 5 and 6) combine and Player 6 shoots, the next pair of attackers - Players 2 and 3 on the Red team - get ready to go to goal. Their attack can start as soon as the shot is struck or possession is lost.

Diagram 2: Players 2 and 3 attack 2v1 against the player from the previous attack who did NOT take the last touch – Player 5. Players 1 and 6 run off. The attack by Players 2 and 3 goes to completion, and as soon as Player 2 shoots at GK2, Players 7 and 8 begin the next attack towards Player 3 and GK1.

Coaching Points:

1.  Speed of Attack –  Push the dribble at the defender and force him to commit first.

2.  Decision Making –  Use 2v1 combinations to move the defender and fake the combo if he anticipates the play.

3.  Finishing – Make a positive first touch to goal, one that improves your shooting angle as opposed to taking you out wider.

Notes:

Transition is very important during the drill for both the defender and the attackers. No player should be surprised by the fact that it is his turn to attack or defend.

Progressions:

1.  Progress to 3v2 to goal with the same conditions – the attacker taking the last touch goes off.