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Third Player Attack and Finish

Enhance teamwork in attack with a focus on quick, efficient finishing.

Shooting15-16U1811-1213-14Adultgroup5 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.5 (17)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Goal
  • Goalkeeper
  • Soccer balls
  • Cones for marking the area
Setup
  1. Area: 40x45 yard area marked with cones
  2. Goals: One goal at one end of the area
  3. Group: 3 outfield players start with two in the middle of the area and one on the end line holding the ball
  4. Group GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line at the goal end
  5. Equipment: Cones marking the corners and boundaries of the 40x45 yard area
Instructions
  1. The end-line player passes to the furthest middle player.
  2. The receiving player takes one or two touches to set up the second player.
  3. The second middle player runs to shoot at goal.
  4. Ensure actions are performed with speed for realism.
  5. Rotate players after each attempt and repeat from both sides.
Coaching Points
  • Encourage positive play and effective communication.
  • Keep the head up to observe opportunities.
  • Ensure high-quality passing and finishing.
  • Maintain consistency with repetition.
  • Focus on technique and hitting the target consistently.
  • Assess support angles and player positioning.
  • Timing and movement into the shot are critical.
  • Decide when to shoot first-time or control.
  • Coach different shooting methods for varied scenarios.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Decrease available space.
2. Increase defensive pressure with an extra defender.
Make it easier:
1. Allow more touches when setting up the shot.
2. Use a larger goal area to increase scoring probability.
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