Focus: Shooting Drill
Number of Players: +10
Age: +U13
Level: Easy
Setup:
- Arrange 3 cones in a line approximately 10 meters outside the box, representing a striker and two wingers.
- Position two small goals on each side of the pitch outside the box.
- Have a minimum of 2 attacking players at each cone.
- Have a minimum of 2 defenders behind the goal line on each side of the goal.
- Adjust distances between cones based on the age and skill level of the players.
Why Use This Drill?
This 3v2 “Klopp Inspired” Shooting Drill is designed around the principles observed in Jürgen Klopp’s gegenpressing Liverpool team. It emphasizes the quick transition of defenders after winning the ball, and moving the ball away from the danger zone and into the “goals” on each side, representing full-backs or midfielders.
The drill provides players with an understanding of playing out of a pressing area after gaining possession.
Simultaneously, it offers a standard 3v2 attacking scenario for the attackers to train their goal-scoring opportunities and connection between the attackers.
How It Works
- One of the two defenders starts the game by passing the ball to one of the three attackers positioned at the cones.
- Upon receiving the ball, the attackers engage in a 3v2 attacking scenario.
- Defenders quickly move up towards the attackers, maintaining compactness and readiness to win the ball.
- Attackers aim to score swiftly, employing various runs to surpass the defenders. (Experiment with various running patterns)
- If defenders win the ball, their objective is to promptly get it into one of the small goals on each side of the pitch.
- Attackers earn 1 point for scoring a goal, while defenders earn 2 points for scoring in the small goals. The first team to reach 10 points wins. (Modify the scoring system to suit your team if it appears unfair to either side.)
Other Key Points:
- Coaches should pay attention to the offside rule during the drill.
- Encourage players to stay on their toes, maintaining a state of readiness to receive the ball.
- The drill should be seen as inspiration. So feel free to adapt the drill to suit your team’s specific needs or focus areas.
