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Winning the Second Ball (to a Finish)

Win it and finish. React quickest to the second ball, then break forward at once and finish the chance against the keeper.

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Duration

12 min

Total drill time

Players

Recommended

Pitch

72 × 44 m

Setup space

Level

Advanced

Skill required

Intensity

High

Physical demand

Age band

U11-U12

Any format

Setup & instructions

As the base, but the winner of the second ball breaks forward and finishes on goal. Emphasise winning it facing forward, breaking at speed, and a composed finish. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 2 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

Anticipate where it drops
Win it facing forward
Break at speed on the regain
Drive at the goal
Composed finish across the keeper

Common mistakes

Slow to react to the second ball
Winning it but not breaking
Taking too long to shoot
Rushing the finish

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

Both teams compete freely then finish
A recovering defender on the break
Finish first time off the regain

Regressions

Just the regain, no finish (the base drill)
Uncontested launch
Set where it drops

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