1v1 Finishing to Goal

Description

Attackers go 1v1 against a defender in a channel leading to goal. The server plays the ball to the attacker who must beat the defender and finish on the GK. Teaches composure in front of goal and decision-making in the final third.

Setup

Set up a 15-yard wide channel from the edge of the box to the penalty spot using cones. GK in goal. Defender starts at the penalty spot, attacker starts at the top of the box. Server plays the ball into the attacker from the side. Attacker has 5 seconds to score.

Coaching Points

• +Attack at speed — commit the defender by running straight at them
• +Make your move early enough to get the shot off
• +Pick the far corner when the GK narrows the angle
• +If you beat the defender, stay composed — do not rush the finish
• +Side-foot placement beats power most of the time in 1v1s

Progressions

1. 1.Attacker receives with back to goal and must turn the defender
2. 2.Add a second defender who enters 2 seconds after the first ball
3. 3.Let the attacker choose which side to attack rather than a fixed channel
4. 4.Make it 2v1 with a supporting attacker making a run

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