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1 vs. 1 to 4 vs. 4
25 min
Soccer Exercise

1 vs. 1 to 4 vs. 4

  • Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19, Men's / Women's
  • Training Set Main point
  • Number of Players 6 - 9 players

Setup

• 8 cones to set up 4 goals
• Cones to mark the field

Procedure

Each game begins with a 1 vs. 1 matchup.

The task is to dribble (or pass through) the opposite goal. After a score, a goal kick, or a sideline out, one more player from each team enters the field, creating a 2 vs. 2, then a 3 vs. 3, and finally a 4 vs. 4 game.

The new player from the ball-possessing team dribbles in.

Tip

Coaching Points

• Courageously seek 1 vs. 1 opportunities.
• Use changes of pace and feints to get past the opponent.

Training attributes

Technique

Technique
Dribbling

Tactics

Tactics
Player behavior Transition drill

Condition

Condition
Football-specific endurance

Training Organization

Age
U6 - U13 U14 - U19 Men's / Women's
Duration
25 min
Training Set
Main point
Number of Players
6 - 9 players
Form of Training
Group training
Exercise level
Intermediate