PLANNER SEGMENT. Moves/Warm Up.
PYRAMID BLOCK. 1v1 Moves
PURPOSE. To Improve 1v1 & 2v2 under Full pressure
AGE. U12, U16.
SET UP.
Two small goals facing in opposite directions 18 meters apart.
Two teams one with a ball to each player facing the other across a 15-meter grid
ACTION.
The Red Defender passes across the grid to the opponent and they play 1v1 to score on either small goal.
If the Defender wins the ball he can score.
Either player can only score from a shooting zone 4 meters from the goal.
VARIATION:
Play 2v2.
The receiver must pass 1st touch to his partner and overlap behind him to start the action.
The same scoring rules apply. Defenders can score if they win possession.
COACHʼS TIP.
Match players evenly. Switch roles frequently. Focus on defensive skills if appropriate.
PLAYERʼS TIP.
- ATTACKERS. Look for a good 1st touch towards goal to commit the defender if possible. Shield the ball on the far side from the opponent if possible when going to goal. Finish with the foot furthest from the defender.
- OVERLAPPERS. Call instructions especially when you are out of your team mateʼs line of vision when overlapping behind him.
- DEFENDERS. Force attacker to their weak side. Instruct teammate which opponent you will pick up. Donʼt be caught both marking the same player.
