Soccer 1v1 Finishing Drill # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- 1 goalie
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal
- good supply of balls
- 5-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players stand (20 yds away from goal) both facing towards the goal
- blue players have a ball and pass the ball between the red players'
- legs for them to run on to and take a shot on goal
- the red players follows the blue player to put pressure on him
- go through each pair and then reverse roles
Variations
- both players start facing each other
- the player with the ball throws it over his partner's head
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
