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Cutback to the Edge (Mini-Goal)

Groove the cutback and late run. Pull it back to the edge, and the midfielder times the run to arrive and strike into the mini-goal.

Live animationCRO
Duration
6 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
42 × 26 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

A standing-ball cutback to the edge for a midfielder to strike into a mini-goal, no keeper. Emphasise the weight of the pull-back to the D and the timing of the late run. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Pull it back to the edge, weighted
  • Midfielder times the late run
  • Arrive facing the goal
  • Placed strike into the mini-goal
  • Both roles over time

Common mistakes

  • Cutback too central
  • Runner arriving early
  • Over-hitting the strike
  • Poor weight on the pull-back

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Winger drives to the byline first (the base drill)
  • Add a keeper and full goal
  • Defender closing the edge

Regressions

  • Bigger target
  • Static midfielder
  • Slower cutback
Equipment
Cones×1
Goals×1
Audience
U9-U10

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