Open Up Space

Improve a player's ability to receive and play forward, while making quick decisions under pressure.

All Ages1v1

Objective

Improve a player's ability to receive and play forward, while making quick decisions under pressure.

Coaching points

• Check Away to Create Space: Player 2 should move off their marker before receiving. • Open Body Shape: Ensure Player 2 positions their body to receive on the back foot and turn quickly. • Scanning for the Defender: Before receiving, Player 2 must scan to assess which goal is available. • Explosive Turn and Finish: Encourage quick execution when turning to attack the goal. • Decision-Making Under Pressure: Help players recognize and react based on the defender’s movement.

1v1attackingpressingdefendingdribbling

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Open Up Space

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