Attack vs. Defence Shooting and Defending Drill
This drill is one that the kids love. The players will get to work on both attacking (shooting) and defending skills and if ran correctly, very fast paced.
Soccer Drill contributed by: Chris Johnson
Soccer Drill Info:
This is for ages U10, U12, U14, U16, U17 and up. Run this soccer drill with at least 4 players but no more than 18. This soccer drill should last approximately 20 minutes on a 1/2 field. Make sure you have the following equipment: cones, goals, alternate jersey.
Soccer Drill Diagram
Setup:
Create a grid that is as wide as the penalty box, and approximately 25-30 yards from goal. Place a goalkeeper in the goal and split the remaining players into two groups (Red and Yellow). The two groups will line up on opposite sides of the file on the cone set farthest from the goal. Make sure that every player has a ball.
Instructions:
On the coach’s command, the first player in the Red group dribbles the ball with speed at the edge of the penalty box and quickly has a shot as they approach. Immediately after the Red player shoots, the first player from the yellow group dribbles at the penalty box as the Red player defends his attempt. After the Yellow player shoots, they immediately defend the next red player who is now attacking. Repeat this rotation throughout the drill.
Variations:
NONE
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
* Make sure the attack is quick, controlled and the player gets the shot off quickly
* Put the shot on target even when under pressure.
* Dribble with speed.
Defending:
* Transition Quickly from Offense to Defense
Focus:
Technical Dribbling, Technical Shooting, Tactical Attacking, Tactical Transition, Tactical Role of Striker
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