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GK 2v1 Breakaway — Delay, Decide and Save

Goalkeeper faces two attackers breaking against no outfield defender and must decide when to hold, close or adjust to the pass.

Manage a 2v1 breakaway by controlling depth, delaying the ball carrier and reading the final pass or shot.
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2v1 Breakaway
Players
4
Duration
15 min
Goalkeepers
1
Equipment
Balls, Cones, Bibs
Difficulty
Advanced
Age group
U12–U18
Category
Goalkeeping
Type
Goalkeeper

Organization

Two attackers start 25–30m from goal with the ball. Goalkeeper begins in normal starting position. Attack is live to goal. Rotate attackers after each repetition.

Coaching Points

Stay connected to the ball without rushing | Delay the attacker by controlling depth | Adjust toward the passing lane | Set for the shot if the ball carrier commits | Be decisive when engaging

Progressions

  • Add a recovering defender from behind the attackers.

Regressions

  • Start attackers wider and farther from goal.
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