Deep Early Cross — Find the Far-Post Run
A wide attacking practice focused on early delivery rather than reaching the byline. The crosser receives in a deeper area and must recognise the moment to deliver behind the back line toward a far-post runner.
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Organization
Mark a wide/deep crossing zone 28–35m from goal. Use a crosser, supporting midfielder, far-post runner and one central decoy runner against recovering defenders. Delivery must be taken before the crosser enters the final third channel.
Coaching Points
Scan the box before the receiving touch | Use the first touch to open the crossing angle | Deliver early before defenders face their own goal | Far-post runner arrives late and blindside | Central runner occupies the nearest centre-back
Progressions
- Add a pressing wide defender who can block the crossing lane.
Regressions
- Use no defenders and predetermine the far-post target area.
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