Drill
Log inSign up free
arrow_backBack to library

2v1 Scoring Challenge

Improve attacking skills and decision-making in 2v1 scenarios.

Dribbling15-169-1011-1213-14group8 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.1 (24)
Share this drill
lockBrowsing as guest — sign up free to save drills
Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Markers for a 30x30 yard area
  • 5-yard wide mini goals
  • Cones for a 2-yard wide ball zone
  • Goalkeepers
  • Five footballs per team
Setup
  1. Area: 30x30 yard area marked with markers
  2. Goals: One 5-yard wide mini goal on each of two opposite sides of the square
  3. Team Red: 2 red defenders, one positioned in each 2v1 game between the central ball zone and their own goal
  4. Team Red GK: 2 yellow goalkeepers, one on the goal line of each mini goal
  5. Team Blue: 4 blue attackers, two positioned in each 2v1 game beside the central ball zone facing their goal
  6. Equipment: cones marking the 30x30 yard area, a 5-yard wide mini goal on each of two opposite sides, cones marking a 2-yard wide ball zone in the centre, and five footballs per team placed in the ball zone
Instructions
  1. Start with the first ball from the ball zone.
  2. Attackers aim to score against the defender and goalkeeper.
  3. Once a ball exits play or is saved, it remains out.
  4. Attackers retrieve the next ball from the ball zone.
  5. Continue the 2v1 until all five balls are used.
  6. Score as many goals as possible; the team with the most goals wins.
Coaching Points
  • Maintain effective angles of support
  • Use close control to retain possession
  • Communicate effectively with teammates
  • Decide when to dribble, pass, or shield
  • Focus on the quality of technique to beat opponents
  • Demonstrate quick acceleration and sharp movements
  • Execute technical dribbles under pressure
  • Produce quality finishes on goal
  • Support fluency through practice and repetition
  • Experiment with individual creativity and flair
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area to increase pressure.
2. Introduce an additional defender for each 2v1.
3. Limit the number of touches attackers can take.
Make it easier:
1. Expand the playing area to provide more space.
2. Remove the goalkeeper to simplify scoring.
3. Allow more time per attacking attempt to reduce pressure.
Comments

No comments yet. Be the first!

Sign up or log in to leave a comment.

FD
Football Drill Hub
Author
lock_open

Sign up to save & share drills

Free access to the full drill library, coaching points, and session builder.

person_add Sign up freeAlready have an account? Log in