Soccer Control High Pass # 2 Training Drill

Setup

  • 1 goalie
  • good supply of cones
  • 1 goal
  • good supply of balls
  • 15-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • the server makes a lofted pass to the goalie who catches it and throw/punts the ball to the other server who makes a throw-in to the first player in line who dribbles through the cone goal and finishes on goal

Variations

  • add a defender at the cone goal who can only defend the goal line (he can only move sideways)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • Attacking: seal off defender
  • Attacking: quality of preparation touch
  • Attacking: contact surface
  • Attacking: aggressive and positive mentality
  • Attacking: placement versus power
  • Defending: angle and speed of approach
  • Defending: timing and decision to tackle
  • Defending: control and restraint

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