Training Session (U18/17) by Richard Moller (UEFA A-License Holder)

Topic: Utilizing the center-forward as a target player

Warm-up 1: Step to, pass, open up

Organization:

• set up the drill
• set up one central pole-goal
• distribute players to their positions

Drill:

• A passes to B, B opens up and passes to C
• C passes to D
• apply the same passing patterns on the opposite side

Varations:

• use two soccer balls at the same time, A & D start with the soccer ball
• B & E do a step-over after the open up

Tips and Corrections:

• B and E should receive the soccer ball before the pole-goal
• make sure all players are always in a read-position