Soccer 1v1 Middle Cone Goal Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (20yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 5-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- 1v1 on middle cone goal
- players score by dribbling through cone goal from both sides
- rotate players after 2 minutes or 5 goals
Variations
- each team can score only from one predetermined side
- if player beats defender with a move he is awarded an extra point
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- Attacking: set up defender
- Attacking: change of speed &direction
- Attacking: protect the ball
- Attacking: vision
- Attacking: close control
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
- Defending: angle and speed of approach
- Defending: body shape, balance, and foot positioning
