Coaching objective
Players combine around the edge of the penalty area and finish with controlled speed and timing.
Setup
- Player A starts with the ball; B and C act as target players; the goalkeeper is set.
- A passes to B and runs beyond. The ball is set through C for a finish.
- Rotate A to B, B to C, and C to the starting line.
Rules and scoring
- Start unopposed to establish timing.
- Finish within two touches.
- Use both sides of the goal.
Coaching cues
- Pass to the correct foot.
- Run after the ball travels.
- Finish early when the goalkeeper is set.
Progress the drill
- Add one recovering defender.
- Allow B to turn or set based on a visual cue.
- Use different finishing surfaces.
Simplify the drill
- Reduce the combination to one set pass.
- Remove the goalkeeper initially.
- Allow three touches to finish.
What to measure
- Shots on target.
- Timing of the run beyond the ball.
- Number of touches before the finish.