Targets in Goals # 1
Study and implement our 1v1 soccer drills from simple exercises to more complex ones and improve your players’ skills in 1 on 1 situations effectively.
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Basic Information
Age Group:(5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Dribbling
Field Preparation:
in pairs
grid (20yds x 30yds)
cones to mark off area
cone goals (2-4yds)
pinnies
Description:
- play 1v1 inside the grid and try to complete a penetrating shot, pass or dribble through the cone goals to the target player
- whoever plays the ball to the target player must replace them
Variation:
- one designated attacker and one designated defender who switch roles after 90 seconds
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick decision making
- accuracy
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control