Soccer Lay Off to Targets # 2 Training Drill

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Setup

• 2 teams
• grid (30yds x 30yds)
• cones to mark off area
• pinnies
• 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

• each team has two target players positioned around the grid as shown
• teams score by dribbling to their target player at end line who takes over the ball and then enters the grid (his teammate now takes his position)

Variations

• vary number of target players around the grid (2 on each side line)
• attacker must beat a defender with a move before he can dribble to a target
• minimum of 2 (3) touches
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

• attack open space
• set up defender
• close control
• change of speed &direction
• quick transition
• switch point of attack