1v1 to gates

Setup

1. A 15 × 10 m channel per pair.
2. Two 2 m cone gates on each end line, one near each corner.
3. Attacker on one end line, defender with the ball on the other.

How it runs

1. The defender passes to the attacker and steps out to defend.
2. The attacker scores by dribbling through either gate on the defender's end line and stopping the ball with the sole.
3. If the defender wins it, they attack the gates at the other end.
4. Play for 30 seconds, then swap roles; keep score.

Coaching points

• Run at the defender with the ball close, then change direction.
• Drag it across with the sole or push it with the outside of the foot to beat them.
• Go for the gate the defender isn't covering.
• Speed up once you're past.
• Defenders stay on their feet, no sliding.

Common mistakes

• Dribbling at the defender with no change of speed or direction.
• Pushing the ball too far ahead.
• Defenders diving in.