🎯 Routine Overview This short-corner routine is designed to draw defenders out of position and create a crossing opportunity from a deeper by-line angle. Player 3 runs short to receive the initial pass, holding the ball under pressure to attract defensive attention. Meanwhile, Player 1 (the corner taker) curves their run around the outside, disguising their movement before receiving a return pass as they approach the by-line. From there, Player 1 delivers a cross into the back-post target zone, where multiple attackers converge to meet the ball. Players 8, 9, and 10 remain outside the box, providing defensive cover, intercepting potential clearances, and recycling possession if needed. ⚽ Player Roles: Player 1 – Corner taker, makes a curved run to receive a return pass near the by-line and crosses to the back post. Player 2 – Positioned in the box, times a run to attack the back-post delivery. Player 3 – Runs short to receive the corner, holds up play under pressure, and plays the return pass to Player 1. Player 4 – Attacks the back-post target zone on the cross. Player 5 – Makes a run toward the back post to challenge for the ball. Player 6 – Joins the attack into the back-post target zone. Player 7 – Times their run to arrive at the back post for the cross. Player 8 – Holds outside the box for defensive cover or second-ball recovery. Player 9 – Provides central cover outside the box to prevent counterattacks. Player 10 – Offers deeper cover and is ready to recycle possession.
