The players need to be open to the through ball from their teammate so need to move into the box as play develops to be in a position to receive it.

Pay attention to the passes and the speed which the ball circulates at. Never lose control over the speed of the ball, speed up or slow down the ball’s speed. Timing of the pass is key to how the player receives the ball when a through ball is played.

Attacking
8 -18

Killer Through Balls

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Written by Dave Clarke

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Break through defensive lines with lethal through balls that attackers can take advantage of. Maximise your team’s opportunity to score buckets of goals

Coaching Objectives

The best opportunities to score are when the striker only has the keeper left to beat. By giving your midfielders the confidence to play balls into space behind defenders you are maximising the possibility of these chances.

Drill Setup

20 Mins
8 Players
4 Bibs
60x20 y

What the Players Do

Split your players into two teams of four. The attacking team must pass the ball three times before attempting a through ball into the smaller box that a teammate must run on to. The team gains a…

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