Soccer Combination Plays # 1 Training Drill

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Setup

• cones to mark off area
• goals at each end
• good supply of balls
• 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

• coach feeding ball into Attacker
• each team attempts to score in opponent's goal in 1v1 situation.
• Player in possession is able to use support from team mate(s) on outside to retain possession &create new angles of attack.
• 5 points awarded for each goal.
• Continue playing from GK save.
• Players rotate position after each attack

Variations

• Area modified depending on age &ability of players.
• Simple progressions for this practice are:
• If player in possession feels threatened by D: pass to team mate on outside who can dribble infield &attack goal.
• Player on outside can work inside practice area to make 2v1, if used as a pass outlet.
• If 2v1 is created with use of player from outside: a 2nd. D can enter to make 2v2.
• When 2v2 situation is established: 3rd. A is allowed to join-in to make 3v2.

Coaching Points

• Use of body feints to unbalance opponent &change of speed to get past opponent (moving slowly to go fast).
• Drawing/engaging opponent.
• Creating space to beat opponent &exploiting space in behind.
• Maintaining composure when challenged &turned around by good defending.
• Use of peripheral vision to identify outlet passing opportunity to team mate on outside.