Soccer Finishing Drill # 3 Training Drill
Setup
- 1 goalie
- good supply of cones
- 1 goal
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players pass and shoot on goal in the sequence as shown
- the last player to receive the ball takes a shot on goal on his first touch
- players move to the next position after each sequence
- switch sides after 5-8 minutes
Variations
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- the last player must beat the goalie by dribbling around him
- 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 advantag
