Score in Either Goal

Coaching Objectives

In these 1v1 drills the defender must react to the starting position of the attacker and move to defend the dribble on goal.

Attack:

• Encourage the players to be creative in 1v1 situations.
• Use feints to help trick the defender and give the attacking player time and space.
• Use the outside of the foot to dribble.
• Shoot to one side of the goalkeeper
• Once the attacking player gets past the defender, he should cut in front of him to take him out of the play and have a clearer shot on goal.

Defence:

• In 1v1 situations, don't jump in to make it easy for the attacker to get past with a feint
• Body shape is key to balance and being able to turn with the attacker and force away from goal.
• Eye on the ball and any poor control or showing of the ball the defender can pounce
• Strong upper body to prevent the attacker holding the defender off