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Contested Early Cross

Beat the marker to the early ball. Time the gamble to get across him at the far post and attack the whipped cross first.

Live animationCRO
Duration
8 min
Total drill time
Players
4
Recommended
Pitch
46 × 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 marks the far post. Emphasise the striker timing his run to get across the marker and attack the early ball first. Start the defender passive, then live. Both flanks. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Time the gamble, do not go too early
  • Get across the marker to the far post
  • Attack the ball in front of him
  • First-time finish across the keeper
  • Be decisive, the window is small

Common mistakes

  • Arriving behind the marker
  • Gambling too early and being marked
  • Cross too central
  • Rushing the contested finish

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Fully live defender who can clear
  • Header at the far post
  • Second defender in the box

Regressions

  • Unopposed far post (the base drill)
  • Passive defender
  • Into a mini-goal
Equipment
Full Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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