Soccer 1v1 Goal Line Targets Training Drill

Setup

  • groups of 4
  • grid (25yds x 35yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per group
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • the player with the ball attempts to pass the ball to a target on the opposite end line
  • if the target receives a pass he switches roles with the passer and then tries to connect a pass to the target on the opposite end line
  • if the defender wins the ball he tries to make a pass to player on the opposite side

Variations

  • passes can only be made past the middle line
  • attacker can use player on his own end line for support
  • adjust size of field if necessary

Coaching Points

  • angle of support
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • change of direction and speed
  • deception
  • set up defender
  • protect the ball
  • vision
  • close control
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy

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