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2v1 Wide Combination — Overlap or Underlap

A 2v1 wide-channel exercise where attackers read the defender and choose an overlap, underlap or direct dribble.

Recognise whether an overlap or underlap best exploits the defender's position.
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Goal
Players
3
Duration
14 min
Equipment
Balls, Cones, Mini goals
Difficulty
Intermediate
Age group
U10–U18
Type
Attacking

Organization

Mark a 20x15 m wide channel leading toward an end line or mini goal. Two attackers combine against one defender. The supporting player's run can go outside or inside the ball carrier.

Coaching Points

Ball carrier drives at the defender; Supporting runner delays until the defender commits; Choose overlap if inside is blocked; Choose underlap if the defender protects outside; Accelerate after the combination

Progressions

  • Finish the action with a cross into a target zone.

Regressions

  • Use a passive defender.
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