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Crossing Accuracy to Zones

Deliver every cross into the zone. Drive to the byline and whip an accurate, well-weighted cross into the marked target area.

Live animationCRO

Duration

7 min

Total drill time

Players

Recommended

Pitch

50 × 32 m

Setup space

Level

Intermediate

Skill required

Intensity

Medium

Physical demand

Age band

U9-U10

Any format

Setup & instructions

The winger drives to the byline and whips crosses into the marked zone. Emphasise getting to the byline, the technique of the whip, and consistent accuracy and flight into the target. Both flanks, and vary the target zone (near post, spot, back post).

Setup time: 2 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

Get to the byline before crossing
Whip across the target with the laces
Consistent flight and pace
Land it in the zone every time
Reset the same technique each rep

Common mistakes

Crossing before the byline
Inconsistent flight and weight
Aiming vaguely, not at the zone
Different technique every rep

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

Cross first-time on the run (see the variant)
Alternate near-post, spot and back-post zones
Add a runner to attack the zone

Regressions

Cross from a set ball (see the variant)
A bigger target zone
From closer to the byline

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