All 2 v 1 games and work on a carosel basis. To start player with ball plays into player without ball. Defender presses to win adn if he does then can he dribble through the goals. Divide pitches into 3 channels and ask attacking players to be in 2 or the 3 thirds to make pitch big/ create space.
Deciding when to dribble/ run with the ball and when to pass. Draw defender in and play around quickly. Take a positive first touch. Use feints and disguises to get away from defender
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