Soccer Mini Goal 1v1 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- coach plays in the game ball and first player from each team play 1v1
- winner stays on, loser leaves and is replaced by a teammate
- if ball goes out of bounce both players get substituted by teammates
Variations
- coach calls players by name
- play 2v2, 2v1, 3v2 etc.
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed &direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- acceleration
- close control
- focus
