🔧 Set-up: Mark a 20x20-yard area with a small central zone Position 1 attacker and 1 defender inside the area ⚽ Activity: Attacker starts with the ball and attempts to dribble through the central zone Defender aims to win the ball cleanly before the attacker crosses the zone Award 1 point each time the attacker successfully dribbles through the zone Award 1 point each time the defender wins possession Rotate roles every 3 minutes to balance practice Increase attacker’s speed and intensity progressively Run multiple 1v1 pairs simultaneously if needed ✅ Coaching Points: Defenders must stay patient and avoid diving in Focus on body positioning to block dribbling paths Time tackles accurately to ensure clean challenges Shield the ball after winning possession to secure control Communicate clearly if working within team scenarios ➕ Progressions: Introduce a time limit for attackers to pass through the zone
