Week 44 Recovery & 1v1

Instructions/Setup:

This 1v1 drill starts with a 4-player attacking combination. While this combination is ongoing, a single defender should make a recovery run into the box from the wide area. As the 4-player combination concludes, the final player will attack the goal in a 1v1 scenario. The defender must recover at pace, as the practice will be run as a 1v0 if they don't recover in time.

Coaching Notes:

• Attacking Movement – The attacking players should focus on timing their combination passes to create space for the final attacker. They must ensure quick, accurate passes and support the player on the ball to increase the chances of success.

• Defender’s Recovery – The recovering defender should focus on sprinting at full intensity to reach the box in time to make a defensive intervention. Encourage them to stay goal-side and position themselves to make a challenge as soon as they arrive.

• Finishing under Pressure – The final attacker should be encouraged to attack the goal with confidence, using quick, precise movements to beat the defender. They should focus on staying calm and making a well-placed shot, particularly when faced with a 1v0 situation.

• Decision-Making – The attacker should assess whether to finish with a shot, dribble around the goalkeeper, or use other tricks, depending on how much time they have before the defender recovers. Being decisive in the final phase is crucial.

Progression 1: Add More Defenders

Introduce a second defender to increase the difficulty of the 1v1 scenario, requiring the attacker to make quicker decisions or attempt a more complex move to break through.

Focus: Improving finishing under pressure when facing multiple defenders.

Progression 2: Limited Touches for Attackers

Limit the number of touches each attacker can take during the combination play to increase the intensity and focus on quick decision-making and sharp execution.

Focus: Increasing the speed of play and improving quick passing and finishing.