Football Shooting - Dribble & Shoot

Aim: To improve shooting technique

Suitable for: U9’s and upwards

Equipment: 2 goals, cones, balls by both goals.

Split the group in to two teams. Players line up along the goal line. The players take it in turn to dribble to the 1st cone, cut inside and shoot on goal but they must shoot by the time they reach the centre of the area.  The next player in line cannot go until the player in front of him has shot. Continuous practice. Both teams can play at the same time.

Progressions:

• Must be high tempo
• Add a goalkeeper
• Alter length of area
• 10 goals wins the game
• Replace 1st cone with a defender

Coaching Points

• Accuracy of shot
• Shot selection (driven, side foot placed, lob, curl, etc)
• Keep the ball under control at all times

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