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Crossing and Finishing in Waves from Both Wings
Alternating waves from the right and left: the winger dribbles into the crossing zone while two finishers attack the near and far post against the goalkeeper.
Intermediate8–14 players15–25 min
Football drills
A football drill library built for coaches: every drill comes with an animated diagram, the set-up, step-by-step development, coaching points and variations to adapt it to your team. Filter by age, level, players, duration and equipment.
36 drills
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1v1 to Goal with Counter on Mini Goals
1v1 duel in which the attacker tries to score past the goalkeeper while the defender, if he wins the ball, counters into two mini goals. Dribbling, decision making and transition in one action.
Intermediate6–12 players15–20 min
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Directional First Touch Square
12x12 m square passing circuit focused on taking the first touch towards the next pass. Ideal for automating control with the far foot and fast ball circulation.
Basic4–8 players10–15 min
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Coordination Ladder and Ball Reception
Coordination circuit for young goalkeepers: quick feet through the ladder, a diagonal sprint to the goal and a clean reception of a ball from the coach.
Beginner1–4 players10–15 min
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Back Pass Under Pressure From a Striker
The centre-back plays a back pass and a striker presses the reception: the goalkeeper takes a directional touch and chooses between the free centre-back and the far full-back.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Save and Fast Counter-Attack With a Throw to the Flank
Goalkeeper transition drill: after the save, a quick overarm throw to the winger breaking into the flank, with a striker pressing the distribution.
Intermediate5–8 players15–25 min
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Positioning and Narrowing the Angle by Ball Position
Three attackers with a ball in different positions: the goalkeeper adjusts to the bisecting line and narrows the angle before each shot on the coach's call.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Throw and Volley Distribution to Target Zones
Goalkeeper distribution drill: after receiving from the coach, a quick overarm throw to the near flank and a long volley into a marked zone deep in the pitch.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Crosses: deciding whether to come or stay
Crosses from the byline at different heights and distances with live attackers; on every ball the keeper decides whether to come and claim or stay on the line to face the finish.
Advanced4–7 players15–20 min
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High claim with passive opposition
Aerial balls served by the coach into the six-yard box with two attackers occupying the space passively; the keeper comes out, jumps and catches at the highest point.
Intermediate3–5 players12–18 min
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Extension dive with a power step
Extension dives to mid-height and high balls away from the body, with a power step and safe landing technique, alternating both sides.
Intermediate2–4 players15–20 min
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Collapse dive to low balls on both sides
Technical work on the collapse dive for low balls close to the body, alternating sides with a quick recovery back into the set position.
Basic2–4 players12–18 min
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of football drills are there?
The library is organised into goalkeeping, technique (passing, control, dribbling, finishing, heading), tactics (possession, rondos, pressing, transitions, small-sided games), fitness (speed, coordination, agility, warm-up), psychology and general drills.
How do I pick the right drill for my team?
Use the age, level and number-of-players filters to see only drills that fit your group. Each page lists the equipment and space needed and offers progressions and regressions to raise or lower the difficulty.
Can I print or share the drills?
Yes. Every drill has a print view and a public link you can share with your coaching staff. You can also add it to a training session.