1v1, 2v1 and Combination play for U6-U8 Football Coaches

Build more confident, intelligent young players in the moments that shape every attack.

1v1, 2v1 & Combination Play includes 33 practical exercises for U6-U8, designed to help players progress from individual duels to simple, effective small-group combinations.

Inside, you will find exercises covering:

• 1v1 attacking and defending
• Beating an opponent with the ball
• Decision-making in 2v1 situations
• Supporting the player on the ball
• 2v2 combination play
• 3v2 and 3v3 small-sided game situations

Every exercise includes a clear diagram, organisation and execution details, coaching points, common errors, coaching questions, regressions, progressions and game-transfer ideas.

A practical resource for coaches who want to teach young players not only to dribble, pass or run - but to recognise space, make decisions and play together.

Suitable for: grassroots coaches, academy coaches and parents working with U6-U8 players.