Receive Behind Pressure Line — Step Out, First Touch Forward
The receiver starts hidden behind a line of pressure, moves into a passing window and takes the first touch forward into the next zone. The exercise develops timing of movement, scanning and the ability to turn a line-breaking pass into immediate progression.
Save time planning sessions with FUTNIVO.
Organization
Mark three horizontal zones across a 24x16m area. Two pressure references occupy the middle line. A passer in Zone 1 finds a receiver checking into the space behind the pressure line; the receiver must take the first touch into Zone 3 and connect with a target player. Rotate roles regularly.
Coaching Points
Move late so the passing lane opens at the right moment | Check both shoulders before stepping into the pocket | Receive on the back foot where possible | First touch must take ground forward | Support the receiver once the line is broken
Progressions
- Make one pressure player live and allow them to recover into the receiver's zone.
Regressions
- Use passive pressure and widen the passing lane.
Related Soccer Drills
Explore more FUTNIVO coaching tools
Plan full training sessions, build lineups and create your own drills.
Your privacy matters
FUTNIVO uses optional analytics cookies to understand how the website is used and improve our coaching tools. Necessary cookies required for the website to work are always enabled.