Set Up:

The sequence begins with a square pass from Player 1 to Player 2, along with an overlapping run by Player 1 around the mannequin. Player 2 then passes up to Player 3, and Player 3 distributes the ball to Player 1 or Player 2 for a finish on goal. The players have several choices available to them for combinations and finishes.

Option 1 – Layoff pass to Player 1, followed by the shot.

Option 1 – Drop pass to Player 2, followed by the shot.

Option 3 – Back pass to Player 1, Player 1 plays a thru pass to Player 2 for a finish on goal.

The players rotate clockwise during the drill. After five minutes, the direction of the drill changes by starting the drill with a square pass from Player 2 to Player 1.

Coaching Points:

1.  Speed of Play – Extra touches will slow the sequence down and force the players to hold their runs to goal.

2.  Decision Making – Players A and B must read Player C as he receives and choose their runs from there.

3.  Finishing – The shooter should make a positive first touch, one that improves his shooting angle.

Progressions:

1.  Allow Player 3 to turn on the mannequin and shoot.

2.  Add a defender behind Player 3 and remove the mannequin.