2v2+GK Finishing — Create the Shooting Lane

A 2v2 finishing game with a goalkeeper where attackers must create separation or combine to open a shooting lane.

Create a clear shooting lane through movement, combination and defender manipulation.
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GK
Players
5
Duration
14 min
Goalkeepers
1
Equipment
Balls, Cones, Full goal
Difficulty
Intermediate
Age group
U10–U18
Type
Finishing & Shooting

Organization

Use a 25x20 m attacking area with one full goal and goalkeeper. Two attackers receive against two defenders and play live to goal. Restart quickly from the coach after each action.

Coaching Points

Attack defenders rather than passing around them; Create separation before receiving; Use wall passes when defenders step out; Shoot when the lane opens; Follow rebounds

Progressions

  • Add a five-second finishing limit.

Regressions

  • Begin with a 2v1 before progressing to 2v2.

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