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Lesson 10:
1v1 SIDE BY SIDE (PART 1)
This session is an opposed 1v1 practice conducted within an approximate playing area of 20m x 12m. The objective of the practice is to simulate a through ball scenario where the attacker (Player A) receives a pass in front of them from a spare player or the coach (Player C). The pass aims to replicate a pass played behind a defensive line.
Simultaneously, the defender (Player B) initiates their recovery run with the intention of regaining possession. If the defender successfully wins the ball, they pass it back to Player C. The practice concludes under the following conditions: if the attacking player carries the ball over the end line, if the defender wins possession and passes to Player C, or if the ball goes out of the designated playing area.
Player roles are rotated regularly to ensure everyone gets a chance to play both as the attacker and defender. The practice is organised in blocks of time, such as 90 seconds, followed by rest periods to allow for practice reset and recovery.
For more detailed information on this practice, please refer to the attached coaching process document.
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Coaching counter-attacking in soccer can have several benefits, both in terms of team performance and player development. Here are some of the advantages: Exploiting Space: Counter-attacking relies on quickly transitioning from defense to offense when the opposing team loses possession. This strategy allows players to exploit spaces left open by the opposing team, as they often push forward to ...
