Soccer 2v2 Attacking Training Drill
Setup
- 1 goalie
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal. 2 cone goals (2-4yds)
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- play starts with a pass from a defender on the goal line to an attacker
- defenders can enter the grid once the pass is received
- attackers receive the ball and dribble through cone goal to take on defenders in a 2v2 situation
- defenders can score by dribbling through cone goals
- if attackers don't score they switch roles with defenders
Variations
- goal must be scored within 15 (20) seconds or both teams must leave the grid
- attackers start with the ball
- attackers always become defenders after each sequence (next attackers dribble the ball onto the field)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- change of speed &direction
- quick finish
- vision
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
