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Contested Back-Post Header

Win the aerial duel and head it in. Time the run to get across the defender, climb above him, and head it back across the keeper into the far corner.

Live animationHEA
Duration
8 min
Total drill time
Players
4
Recommended
Pitch
44 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Advanced
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

As the base, but a defender contests the back post. Emphasise the striker timing his run to get across the defender and attack the ball first, then heading it back across goal. Start with the defender passive, then live. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Time the run across the defender
  • Attack the ball, get above him
  • Win the contact first
  • Head it back across into the far corner
  • Be brave and aggressive to the ball

Common mistakes

  • Arriving behind the defender
  • Pulling out of the aerial duel
  • Heading it back where it came from
  • Not getting above the ball

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Fully live defender who can clear
  • Two defenders at the back post
  • Higher, more contested ball

Regressions

  • Unopposed back post (the base drill)
  • Passive defender
  • Gentle serve into a mini-goal
Equipment
Full Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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