Organization:

Grid of 12 yards long by 20 yards wide, with four small goals on each end line. Groups of players on each side of grid. One side passes the ball to the other side and three 1v1 battles start at the same time. Score by passing the ball in one of the three small goals. Game is done when goal is scored. 

Goal:

Improve the ability to beat an opponent in a 1v1 situation while having to deal with obstacles and interference 

Equipment: 

Balls, cones, bibs.

Coaching Points:

Attacker:

• Receive the ball  properly; close or further from foot, depending on the distance to the incoming defender.  

• 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. 

• Change direction.

• Look out for other players on the field. No collisions.

Defender:

• Approach the attacker quickly, slow down when getting close.

• Stand in an angled position, low in the knees, elbows bent.

• Move feet quickly with little steps and force the attacker to the sideline.

• Win the ball back at the right moment.  

• Explode after winning the ball and score as quickly as possible. 

Game:

Make two teams and keep track of the score.