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Header from a Feed to a Mini-Goal

Head the feed down into the mini-goal with a clean forehead contact. Get over the ball, firm neck, eyes open, direct it down.

Live animationHEA
Duration
8 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Low
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

A server gently feeds the ball up to the header from close range, who heads it down into the mini-goal. Emphasise the forehead contact, getting over the ball, a firm neck and open eyes, and directing it down. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Forehead contact, not the top of the head
  • Get over the ball to head it down
  • Firm neck, eyes open
  • Direct it into the low target
  • Attack the feed, do not wait

Common mistakes

  • Top of the head, not the forehead
  • Heading up or flat over the target
  • Closing the eyes
  • Leaning back under the ball

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • From a full cross (the base drill)
  • Smaller target
  • Move to attack the feed

Regressions

  • Head a ball held out at forehead height
  • Bigger target
  • Slower, softer feed
Equipment
Cones×1
Goals×1
Audience
U11-U12

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