Learn to defend from the front as well as rattling the ball into the back of the net with Torres-like precision, thanks to this shooting exercise from the experts at Coerver Coaching
SET UP
Set out a 30 x 20-yard box with a mini-goal at each end and two cones in the middle, positioned as illustrated
above. Split the players into two groups and give them a ball each.
PERFORMANCE
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HOW IT HELPS
Aside from the focus on dribbling and shooting, this exercise has a defensive element. When Spain lose the ball, they press high up the pitch and work hard to get it back, which is exactly what you’re asking of the players in this drill.
ACTION
A1 dribbles towards the cone furthest away from their starting point. Once they reach the cone, they shoot at goal. As soon as they have shot, B1 dribbles towards the opposite cone and shoots upon reaching it. After shooting, A1 has to try and tackle or block B1. If they succeed, their team scores a point. A1 now joins the back of their queue and B1 defends against A2. The sequence continues. You can progress the drill by introducing goalkeepers.
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TORRES’ SHOOTING Drill No.3
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