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Contested Y-Drill

Run the pattern and beat the marker to finish. Sharp passes through the pattern, and the striker attacks the cross to beat the recovering defender.

Live animationPAS
Duration
9 min
Total drill time
Players
6
Recommended
Pitch
56 × 34 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 recovers to contest the finish. Emphasise crisp, quick passing to beat the recovery, and the striker attacking the cross to get across the marker. Both sides. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 2 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Quick, crisp passing to beat the recovery
  • Striker spins and attacks the box
  • Get across the defender to the cross
  • Arrive first, finish first-time
  • Do not let the pattern slow down

Common mistakes

  • Slow passing, the defender recovers
  • Striker not attacking the cross
  • Losing the marker battle
  • Poor cross under the time pressure

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Two defenders recovering
  • One touch throughout
  • Live, competitive to a full defence

Regressions

  • Unopposed pattern (the base drill)
  • A shorter pattern into a mini-goal
  • Passive defender
Equipment
Full Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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