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Finishing from Crosses

Improve finishing skills from crosses.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones
  • Goal
  • Balls
Setup
  1. Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones with a goal at one end
  2. Goals: One goal centred on one end line
  3. Group: 2 players start inside the area to receive and finish
  4. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line
  5. Coach: 3 grey servers positioned around the perimeter of the area, each with multiple balls
  6. Equipment: Cones marking the 20x20 yard area boundary, one goal on the end line, multiple balls held by each server
Instructions
  1. Players receive the ball from a server and aim to combine quickly to create a shot on goal.
  2. Encourage players to use both feet and communicate effectively.
  3. Rotate roles after each turn to ensure all players practice both serving and finishing.
Coaching Points
  • Prioritize accuracy over power in shots.
  • Ensure a good first touch and keep your head up.
  • Use both feet for control and shooting.
  • Communicate and ensure quality combination plays.
  • Aim to hit the target with every attempt.
  • Adjust speed to maintain technical precision.
  • Assess goalkeeper's position before shooting.
  • Face the standing foot towards the target during shots.
  • Practice a variety of shooting and finishing techniques.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Limit the number of touches allowed before shooting.
2. Increase distance to goal for the shot.
3. Add a passive defender to pressure the attackers.
Make it easier:
1. Allow more touches before shooting.
2. Reduce the distance to goal.
3. Remove goalkeeper for open goal practice.
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