Soccer Stopwatch Finishing Training Drill

Setup

  • 3 teams
  • cones to mark off area
  • pinnies
  • 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

  • 2 teams scrimmage on small field
  • scrimmage lasts until third team scores 10 goals
  • next rotate teams

Variations

  • specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
  • rotate teams every 3-5 minutes
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • Finishing:
  • quality of preparation touch
  • contact surface
  • aggressive and positive mentality
  • vision and anticipation
  • placement versus power

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Dribbling, Finishing

Number of Players: 10+

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

Format:

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