Organization:

Area: 25y x 12y

Set up two cones six yards apart about 15 yards from the goal. One defender starts between the two cones. The attacker dribbles at the defender, trying to beat him 1v1 and finish. The defender must stay on the imaginary line between the two cones at all times. When the attacker loses the ball, he becomes the defender. The defender switches to attacking.

Game: Each player keeps track of amount of goals scored. Who scored the most goals in a certain amount of minutes?

Coaching Points:

Attacker:

• Make speed, dribble with laces or outside foot.

• Look over the ball when dribbling or use peripheral vision. 

• When you get closer to the defender, keep the ball closer to your foot

• Make your move at the right moment. Not too far away or too close to the defender.  

• Explode after the move and score with a shot or 1v1 with the goalkeeper.

• Controlled finish.

Defender:

• Stand low in the knees, elbows bent.

• Move feet quickly with little steps to left and right.

• Win the ball back at the right moment. 

Goalkeeper:

• Get into the correct position in front of the goal and in the correct stance. 

• Deal with the shot or 1v1 situation properly. Use hands.

• After making a save, quickly distribute the ball to the teammate. Take advantage of the transition moment.  

When working with players in the younger age groups, or when a team has no designated goalkeepers yet, rotate players in as goalkeepers.