Soccer 3 Shot Sequence Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 goalies
  • cones to mark off area
  • 2 goals
  • good supply of balls
  • 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • first shot: players shoots a dead ball which cannot bounce before it goes into the goal
  • second shot: player receives a pass from the side as shown (finish with instep)
  • third shot: player receives a pass from straight ahead as shown (finish with inside)
  • player must finish on goal one-touch

Variations

  • switch sides
  • specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
  • 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
  • placement versus power

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Finishing, Passing

Number of Players: 7+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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