1v1 Inside-Cut Finish — Shift and Strike

A 1v1 attacking exercise where the attacker drives from a wide starting position, cuts inside and finishes against a goalkeeper.

Beat a defender with an inside cut and finish quickly after creating separation.
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Players
3
Duration
12 min
Goalkeepers
1
Equipment
Balls, Cones, Full goal
Difficulty
Intermediate
Age group
U9–U18
Type
1v1

Organization

Use one side of the attacking third with a full goal and goalkeeper. The attacker starts wide with the ball and the defender begins slightly inside. Play live 1v1 to goal.

Coaching Points

Attack the defender at speed; Sell the outside action before cutting inside; Push the ball beyond tackling range; Get the shot away quickly after separation; Use the defender as a screen when possible

Progressions

  • Start the defender closer and allow full contact.

Regressions

  • Give the attacker a larger starting advantage.

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