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Diving Header Into a Mini-Goal

Dive forward and head it into the mini-goal. Read the low cross, time the dive, and direct it firmly into the target with the forehead.

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Duration
7 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
48 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

As the base, but unopposed and heading into a mini-goal with no keeper. Emphasise reading the low cross, timing the dive, and a firm forehead contact. Land safely. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Read the low cross early
  • Time the dive to meet it in front
  • Contact with the forehead
  • Direct it into the target
  • Brave contact, land safely

Common mistakes

  • Waiting for it instead of attacking it
  • Closing the eyes on contact
  • Heading up instead of into the target
  • Mistiming the dive

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Add a keeper to beat (the base drill)
  • A defender contesting it
  • A faster, flatter cross

Regressions

  • A slower, floated low ball
  • From a knee, served by hand
  • Bigger target
Equipment
Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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