Soccer 1v1 Number Goals Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (3-4yds)
- pinnies (optional)
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- each goal is assigned a number from 1-3
- coach distributes the ball (high/low throw, high/low pass)
- when coach calls out a number players (1v1) can score by dribbling through the cone goal with that number
- play continues until goal is scored or ball goes out of bounce
- players keep rotating 1v1s
Variations
- play with 2 or 4 cone goals
- play 2v2
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- seal off defender
- quick decision making
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
