Set out a 6v6 size pitch to allow players plenty of space to take touches and take on opposing players.
In pairs, play multiple 1v1s.
Attacking player must score inside the goal area to ensure plenty of touches on the ball.
Defending player must try to make a tackle and then counter atack quickly. A tackle cannot be made in the opponents half so if possession is lost; player must quickly retreat back to their own half.
Progression
1. Become 2v2s so there are more decisions to be made inc. whether to pass, dummy a pass.
2. Must perform a skill to beat opponent before scoring
-running with head up looking for space
-close ball control
-ability to perform a variety of skills to beat opponent
-show speed to beat opponents
-look to play a pass and move to create space
in more ways than one
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in more ways than one
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