Soccer Sharp Angle Shooting # 3 Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 groups
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per player
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players pass to each other as shown
  • player receives pass from target player between 1st and 2nd cone
  • players then has to finish on goal between 2nd and 3rd cone
  • one point for just scoring
  • two points for scoring and hitting a post (near or far)
  • player with most points wins
  • 1 target player

Variations

  • players switch sides after each turn
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • quick finish
  • aggressive and positive mentality
  • eye on ball
  • accuracy before power
  • quality of preparation touch

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Finishing, Passing

Number of Players: 8+

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

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