Soccer Mini Goals # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- cones to mark off area
- 4 cone goals (2-4yds)
- 1 ball per pair
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- pair of players pass ball back and forth (two touch passing)
- on coach's command player in possession tries to dribble through any of the cone goals
- player with the ball cannot score on the same goal twice in a row
- play 1v1 for appr. 2-3 minutes and then players resume specific partner activity as a rest period
Variations
- each player is assigned two goals that he can score on
- players juggle ball together
- players can only dribble with right or left foot
- players have to beat the defender with a move
- vary number and/or size of cone goals
- play with mini goals instead of cone goals
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- Attacking: deception
- Attacking: set up defender
- Attacking: change of speed &direction
- Attacking: protect the ball
- Attacking: vision
- Attacking: close control
- Attacking: soft touch
- Defending: angle and speed of approach
- Defending: body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
- Defending: timing and decision to tackle
