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Cruyff Turn vs a Defender

Freeze the live defender and cut inside. Sell the cross to make him commit to blocking, then Cruyff the ball inside and accelerate past.

Live animationDRI
Duration
6 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 24 m
Setup space
Level
Intermediate
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

The winger beats a live full-back with a Cruyff turn to cut inside. Emphasise reading the defender, a convincing cross fake, and a sharp Cruyff. The defender reacts honestly. Both flanks. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Read when he can be committed
  • Sell the cross convincingly
  • Cruyff sharply as he blocks
  • Protect the ball on the cut
  • Accelerate inside past him

Common mistakes

  • Fake not convincing, no block committed
  • Cruyff too slow, he recovers
  • Losing the ball behind the leg
  • No acceleration inside

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Defender fully live and aggressive
  • Cruyff then a shot
  • Read Cruyff-inside or go-outside

Regressions

  • Mannequin instead of a live defender (the base drill)
  • Passive defender
  • Unopposed
Audience
U9-U10

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