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Cutback from a Standing Ball

Groove the cutback and the run. Play an accurate pull-back from the byline; the striker times the run to arrive onto it and finish into the mini-goal.

Live animationCRO
Duration
7 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 24 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

The winger cuts the ball back from a standing ball to a striker arriving at the spot, finishing into a mini-goal, no keeper. Emphasise the weight and angle of the pull-back and the timing of the run. Rotate the roles and both sides.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Pull it back into the spot, behind the line
  • Weight it for the arriving runner
  • Striker times the run onto it
  • Arrive facing the goal
  • Placed finish into the mini-goal

Common mistakes

  • Cutback too far ahead of the runner
  • Striker arriving too early
  • Pull-back across rather than behind
  • Over-hitting the finish

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Drive to the byline first (the base drill)
  • Add a keeper and full goal
  • Defender tracking the striker

Regressions

  • Bigger target
  • Static striker as a target
  • Slower pull-back
Equipment
Cones×1
Goals×1
Audience
U9-U10

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