Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Small Sided: 0v1 into 1v1

0v1 into 1v1 (15 mins)

Organization:

1. 16 x 25 grid set up as shown (grid size is based on ability and size of players)

2. Separate players into two teams

3. One ball per player

Instructions:

1. Player A dribbles the ball to the opposing goal unopposed and tries to score.

2. Once the ball has been shot, Player B dribbles the ball onto the field creating a 1v1 situation against Player A.

3. Play is concluded once the ball is out of play or a goal has been scored.

4. Players continue this rotation for an allotted amount of time or reps. Once completed, teams switch sides and begin playing again.

Coaching Points:

1. Commit defender

2. Knowing when to hold, dribble and when to run with the ball

3. Observe the body position of the defender

4. If side on attack the front foot

5. If square push the ball past and accelerate

6. Timing and execution of moves to beat defender

7. Cut into space behind defending player once beaten

8. Play at speed

Progressions:

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