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Double One-Two in Groups of Four

Kicking technique and the one-two

Players: 4Age: U-9Time: 7 minLevel: BeginnerIntensity: LowPhase: Progressing / breaking lines
Focus: Passing, One-two

Use this when…

  • The accuracy of short passes is low
  • You want to practise the one-two and also improve basic passing

Setup & rules

  • Start after the defending player has come to apply pressure
  • When the pass is played, the other defending player also goes to press
  • All passes are first time

* Halfway through, change the starting point of the passes (this changes how the ball is kicked)

Key factors

  • The first pass is played firm and fast
  • The second pass: don't swing the leg — keep the foot fixed and just let the ball hit it
  • The third pass is kicked by twisting the body
  • The fourth pass is slowed down
  • If a pass is weak, move towards the ball

Progressions

Slow is fine at first. Once players are used to it, increase the speed.

Kazu's notes FROM THE COACH

The defending players don't win the ball, but they add realism.

Depending on the pass, players sometimes want to control it first, but have them play it first time.

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