Wide 2v1 and cross

Description

Two attackers break down one defender out wide and deliver a cross. The wide player passes to the inside player, who comes towards the ball and turns towards goal. At the same time, the defender sets off from the opposite corner to apply pressure. The passer immediately makes an overlapping run on the outside past their teammate, into the space between the penalty area and the touchline. From there, they receive the ball back and deliver a cross. The run into the penalty area is staggered: one to the near post, the other to the far post. The defender does not follow outside the square. Start alternately from both flanks. Alternatively, the wide player can solve the situation themselves in a 1v1, either by going inside or down the touchline.

Quality Factors

The player on the ball dribbles at the defender at full speed so that they are forced to choose. The timing of the overlapping run is decisive. The post runs are staggered, not side by side — near post and far post, crossing if needed.

Key Questions

• When do you set off past your teammate?
• Which option does the defender leave open?
• Which post is yours?

Training Info

• 6+ players
• Age Group: U9+