Small area (about the size of 2 penalty areas put together) split in half with a team in each side. One player from each team starts in the other half (acts as a striker when team is in possession, defender when out of possession). The teams have to score in the other teams goal. Players are encouraged to shoot from distance.
Progressions:
– Start with no striker (tech)
– Start with no goalkeepers (tech/basic skill)
– Players on the ball can dribble into the other half and shoot (finishing)
– More strikers/defenders
Key Points:
– Striking technique (laces/instep, strike just below the middle of the ball, hit a (little bit to either side to add spin etc)
– Finishing technique (Inside/instep, place into the corners, add spin if needed, use both feet etc)
– Take strikes quickly
