It is important to make sure when the players are attacking their body is positioned so they are balanced and facing the goal ready to receive and when shooting the supporting foot should be next to the ball and players should not be leaning back when they shoot. 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.

Players need good body position to receive and know where the team mate is to pass to. A side on position so he/she can see both players is vital.

Players need to be controlling the ball with one touch then turning and making an accurate pass with the other foot. The most accurate pass will be with the side foot after making the turn from a good first touch.

Tactics
11 - 15

Playing Through Passes 3

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Written by Dave Clarke

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This is a simple practical drill to get players used to passing out into space behind a defence to create chances on goal

Coaching Objectives

Passing and movement to help penetration when teams are attacking against a stubborn defence or packed midfield.

Drill Setup

20 Mins
14 Players
7 Bibs
36 x 20 y

What the Players Do

Split the area into three with two end zones of 4 yards and a middle zone of 28 yards. Play a 7v7 in the main area. Players score by passing to a team mate in the end zone but the…

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