Players must learn to dominate in personal duels – in 1v1 as well as small groups (2v1 / 2v2 etc). In modern football (soccer) it is becoming increasingly more difficult for players to create chances to score due to highly organised defensive strategies. For this reason, it is important to develop players who can utilize their awareness, quick decision-making and ability with the ball in tight spaces to create scoring chances. Are You Scoring Enough Goals: 1v1 / 2v1 / 2v2 / 3v2 is a session that can help!
In its simplest form the game can be broken down into 1v1 duels! Ask yourself – ‘Can my players be successful in these 1v1 situations?’
Try these activities to develop both the Attacking and Defensive ability of your players. These games can also create a highly competitive environment within your training sessions.
Good Luck!
Are You Scoring Enough Goals: 1v1 / 2v1 / 2v2 / 3v2
1.
Setup:
Groups of 5 / 6 Players or as needed to accommodate team. Supply of balls with Coach (C), Goalkeepers in full-sized goals. Playing area – approx. 40x30m.
Instructions:
ATTACK / DEFEND – 1v1 / 2v1 TRANSITIONS:
Play starts with a pass from Coach (C) to attacker (A); One Defensive player (D) enters the playing area – this creates a 1v1 situation to goal.
Immediately after shot / ball leaves grid the next ball is passed to Player (D): (D2) also enters the playing area – both players now attack opponent (B) in the opposite direction – this creates a 2v1 to goal.
Play for designated time / change roles.
Coaching Points:
- Attacking Players:
- Go at pace – be direct!
- Use speed, deception, to create opportunity to score.
- Defensive Player(s):
- Get close to opponent – delay their momentum forward
- Wait for correct moment to block / tackle / intercept (not needed to make unnecessary challenges)
2.
Setup:
Groups of 5 / 6 Players or as needed to accommodate team. Supply of balls with Coach (C), Goalkeepers in full-sized goals. Playing area – approx. 40x30m.
Instructions:
ATTACK / DEFEND – 1v1 / 2v1 TRANSITIONS:
In the Diagram Player (D) has received the pass from Coach and now transitions into a 2v1 attack against Player (B).
Coaching Points:
- Attacking Players:
- Go at pace – be direct!
- Use speed, deception, to create opportunity to score.
- Defensive Player(s):
- Get close to opponent – delay their momentum forward
- Wait for correct moment to block / tackle / intercept (not needed to make unnecessary challenges)
3.
Setup:
Groups of 5 / 6 Players or as needed to accommodate team. Supply of balls with Coach (C), Goalkeepers in full-sized goals. Playing area – approx. 40x30m.
Instructions:
ATTACK / DEFEND – 2v2 / 3v2 TRANSITIONS:
Play starts with a pass from the Coach (C).
Player (A) + (B) attack (D1) + (D2) – 2v2 situation. On any shot or ball out of play the next ball is passed to EITHER (D1) or (D2) to transition to attack the opposite goal. Two support players must now enter the playing area (D3 + D4) to create a 3v2 to goal.
Coaching Points:
- Attacking Players:
- Go at pace – be direct!
- Use speed, deception, to create opportunity to score.
- When to pass / when to dribble?
- Defensive Player(s):
- Get close to opponent – delay their momentum forward
- Wait for correct moment to block / tackle / intercept (not needed to make unnecessary challenges)
4.
Setup:
Groups of 5 / 6 Players or as needed to accommodate team. Supply of balls with Coach (C), Goalkeepers in full-sized goals. Playing area – approx. 40x30m.
Instructions:
ATTACK / DEFEND – 2v2 / 3v2 TRANSITIONS:
In the Diagram the Coach has passed to (D1) – player now transitions to attack with the support of (D3 + D4). This creates a 3v2 to goal.
Play is continuous. Change roles after designated time.
Coaching Points:
- Attacking Players:
- Go at pace – be direct!
- Use speed, deception, to create opportunity to score.
- When to pass / when to dribble?
- Defensive Player(s):
- Get close to opponent in 1v1 duels – delay their momentum forward
- Cover for teammate to delay attack.
- Wait for correct moment to block / tackle / intercept (not needed to make unnecessary challenges)