🔧 Set-up: Area: 30x25 meters with a goal at one end Players: 1 goalkeeper, 3–4 strikers rotating, 2 defenders, 2 midfielders (passers) Equipment: Several footballs, cones marking defensive and attacking zones ⚽ Activity: Striker begins level with the last defender while midfielders are positioned centrally Midfielders pass between them, waiting for the right moment to play a through ball into space behind the defence The striker times their run off the defender’s shoulder, ensuring they stay onside Upon receiving the ball, the striker finishes with a first-time shot or a composed touch before scoring Defenders actively track the striker’s run and attempt to intercept or delay the finish Vary the types of passes (lofted, driven, outside-to-in) and introduce different angles for runs Rotate strikers and midfielders to refine movement, timing, and finishing under pressure ✅ Coaching Points: Emphasise timing and body positioning to stay onside Encourage explosive acceleration to create separation from defenders Teach strikers to scan early and anticipate the through ball Reinforce composure and decision-making in 1v1 situations Promote accurate finishing at pace under pressure
