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Contested Strike From a Square Ball

Strike it first-time before the block. Time the run onto the square ball and get a clean strike away into the corner before the defender closes.

Live animationSHO
Duration
8 min
Total drill time
Players
4
Recommended
Pitch
48 × 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 closes the runner. Emphasise a quick, clean strike before the block, timing the run to meet the square ball early. Both sides. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Time the run to meet it early
  • Strike it first-time, no touch to set
  • Get it away before the block
  • Keep it down into the corner
  • Do not let the defender close the angle

Common mistakes

  • Taking a touch, allowing the block
  • Arriving too early
  • Leaning back under pressure
  • Snatching at the strike

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Two defenders closing down
  • Live, competitive delivery
  • A first-time square, quicker

Regressions

  • Unopposed strike (the base drill)
  • Passive defender
  • Strike into a mini-goal, no keeper
Equipment
Full Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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