1v1 Two Goal Finish
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
(16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- coach distributes ball and players from each team to play 1v1 until goal is scored or ball goes out of bounds
- players can score on either goal
Variation:
- play 2v2, 3v3, 4v4 etc.
- vary ways of distribution (high, low, thrown etc.)
- play with 2x cone goals on same goal line which players have to dribble through in order to score
- coach distributes ball and teammate of the player that wins the ball enters the game to make a 2v1
- play with only one large goal with goalie
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- quick finish
- seal off opponent
- good first touch
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- soft touch
Defending:
- control and restraint
- delay and channel
- deny turn
- angle and speed of approach
- body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- timing and decision to tackle
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