A good first touch is key to creating time and space to make a decision what to do next – Pass, Dribble or Shoot. Move into position to receive the ball using feet, chest or thigh. Create a good angle to receive the ball away from the defending player Be open to the play and scan before receiving to see where the danger lies Use the arms for balance Keep the head steady Move quickly into space

Keep your arms out at all times when dribbling around defenders. You can use them to brush past players, improve your balance, and keep players farther away from you. Good balance will help you cut quickly in any direction while retaining control of the ball. Land on the front of your feet every step, whether you are dribbling forward with your laces or cutting across your body using an inside touch.

Creating space and time are two of the most important factors in the game. When going 1v1 against an opponent attackers need to use feints and body skills to do this. When defending it is important to get players to look at the ball and not the player so they are not so easily deceived.

1v1 to 3v3 battles | Skills Soccer Drills

In 1v1 situations, players need a combination of technical, physical, and mental skills to be successful. Players should continuously work on improving their skills to become more effective in 1v1 situations and contribute to the team's success.

Coaching Objectives

Players need a combination of technical, physical, and mental skills to be successful.

Dribbling, speed, agility, balance, body feints, awareness, decision-making, confidence, vision, strength, composure.

Drill Setup

15 Mins
6+ Players
6 target Goals
6 Bibs
30 x 15 y

What the Players Do

Set up as shown with three 10x15 yard channels. Players go 1v1 in the channels and try to score against each other – your coaching points will all be about individual skills and how they players…

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