Drill: 1 v 1 dribbling to shoot game

Purpose

To improve dribbling 1 v 1 in the penalty area and shoot

	Drill area

Set Up

Area 30 x 10 meters marked by cones
Full sized goal.
2 grids of 5 meters for players to start in.
Coach serves ball
Supply of balls
Bibs

Structure

Attacker quickly runs onto the ball, attempts a dribbling trick to beat the defender and shoot as quickly as they can. Defender to defend realistically

Coaching Tips

Attacker quick to ball
Dribbling trick to throw defender off balance
Burst of pace to exploit space created
Positive attitude to shooting opportunities
Assess goalkeepers position
Hit target - accurate shot
Follow up for rebounds

Progressions

Progress to 2 v 2
Make area 30 x 15 meters
Let players stay on the pitch for a longer period.

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