Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Dribbling 2v1 Attacking

Passing Off A Dribble (15 mins)

SetUp

Two 20x10, Two 3 Yard Gates in the middle

Organization

Player 1 starts with the ball and dribbles forward at speed. Judging the angle the player must pass through the gate to player 2 and joins the opposite line. The sequence continues. Introduce two balls.

Progressions

Player now dribbles past the gate, performs a sharp turn before playing back through the gate.

Coaching Points

Encourage pass with correct angle and weight

Players should be encouraged to receive/collect the ball on the move

2v1 Target Striker (20 mins)

SetUp

Double Penatly Area

4x4 box

Organization

Players set up as shown.

Player A starts with the ball and passes to B. Player B passes quickley into C under pressure from the defender. Player B joins to form a 2v1 to goal. Players follow their pass, player B becomes the new striker, and a new ball starts from the opposite side.

Progressions/Options

1) The attacker should be encouraged to turn and shoot as 1st option where possible

2) Play back to player B to create a 2v1

*Start with the defender being able to win the ball only after 1st touch

**Progress to full pressure

Coaching Points

Speed of Action - Quick passing/shooting

Counter Movement before checking to the ball

How to receive under pressure

Type of support run from Play B

Accuracy of finish, in corners away from keeper, through keepers legs etc