Soccer Finishing Game # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 groups
- 2 goalies
- 2 cones
- 2 goals
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- first player in line from each group pass back and forth
- on coach's command the player with the ball in that moment attempts to finish on a designated goal
- the other player tries to prevent the attacker from scoring
Variations
- vary position of passers
- one-touch passing
- players head the ball back and forth
- the player with the ball can score on either goal
- the defender can try to score himself
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- Attacking: quality of preparation touch
- Attacking: aggressive and positive mentality
- Attacking: placement versus power
- Attacking: setting up defender
- Attacking: change of speed &direction
- Attacking: protecting the ball
- Defending: angle and speed of approach
- Defending: body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- Defending: control and restraint
- Defending: delay and channel
