Two pitches setup with defensive zone's and each with a goal and goalkeeper. Each zone can be setup with different lengths, widths to stress the players. Also with varying defenders in the zone/s.
In 2's the attackers move up the zones before getting a strike on goal, then moving to the next pitch.
defenders to pass out to next 2 attackers if ball won.
2v1 use the full width of area to beat defenders
good supporting positions/runs.
decision making dribble/pass/shoot
in more ways than one
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in more ways than one
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Under FutureFit, your Under-9s stay at 5v5, your Under-11s stay at 7v7 and your Under-13s stay at 9v9. Same pitch, same numbers, one more year. Here is how to make sure that year feels like a step forward rather than a repeat.
Most 1v1s are lost in the first second, when the defender rushes in and dives. Teach your players to slow the attacker down, take away the dangerous option and pick the right moment, and they will win far more of them.
The FA's FutureFit framework lands this season, bringing a 3v3 entry format at Under-7s. Here is what actually changes on a Saturday morning, and how to coach it well.
