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Soccer: Step Over

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This drill uses 3/4 cones to simulate a defender.

The attacker dribbles with the ball then steps over the ball, taking the ball either side of the cones. Get players to change the direction of their stepover every time.

COACHING POINTS

Get players running at pace at the cones, with their head up.

PROGRESSION

Can add further cones to simulate more defenders and make it more difficult for the attacker, requiring him to use quick feet.

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OFTEN USED WITH...

Speed Sidesteps:

Players run towards each other, and then sidestep around each other at the last moment.

Ensure players communicate and decide on a direction of sidestepping before they begin the exercise.

This is important that both players pay attention to avoid any collisions.

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Shake and Bake:

Set up as shown with a goal at each end. Play 3 v 3.

Each team elects a goal keeper. This player is allowed to use his hands when saving a shot. He must also go forward as an outfield player during attacks on the opposing goal. Rotate keepers every two minutes.

When a player gets the ball in the opposition's half, he should try to dribble past them. Award 3 points for fakes past the defender and 5 points for every goal. The first team to 21 wins.

Allow the players to pick scores for different skills.

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Move Defender Laterally and Pass:

Move the defender laterally to create space in which to make the pass behind the defender.

Attacker should make the pass through the goals at either end of the coaching square.

Defending

Step Over Turn Away:

Step over with left foot; turn and take away the ball with right foot. Practice individually.

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