Third-Man Shot + 2v1 Cross
A two-action finishing practice that begins with a third-man combination for a central shot and immediately continues into a wide 2v1 ending with a cross or cutback. Players must reset quickly between different attacking pictures.
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Organization
Use one full-size goal. Action one: three players combine through an up-back-through sequence for a central finish. Immediately a second ball is released wide where two attackers play against one defender and deliver to two runners.
Coaching Points
Time the third-man run beyond the receiver; Finish the first action quickly; Transition immediately to the wide attack; Fix the wide defender before releasing the overlap; Coordinate near and far box runs
Progressions
- Add a recovering defender into the box for the second action.
Regressions
- Run both actions unopposed before adding defenders.
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