Crosses from the Flank/End Line and from the Half-Space

Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19
Training Set Main point
Number of Players 6 - 9 players

Setup

5 players, of which 3 are crossers and 2 are strikers. The goalkeeper is in the goal. The balls are with the crossers. The crossers are approximately 25-30 metres away and the two central attackers are 16 metres from the goal.

Procedure

The crossers deliver crosses into the penalty area from different positions, which the two strikers should finish after a prior crossing run. The goalkeeper tries to either directly intercept the crosses or save the strikers' shots. The different positions of the wide players are: (1) From the sideline. (2) From the half-space. (3) From the end line.

Tip

- The goalkeeper faces the crosser. - He stands centrally, 2-3 m in front of the goal. - He must judge whether he can intercept the balls out of the air before the strikers reach the ball, or whether he stays on the line and waits for the strikers' action. - If he decides to come out, he must try to catch/punch the ball at the highest possible point. - From the centre of the goal, the goalkeeper moves toward the ball and jumps with arms extended upward, catching the ball at the highest point. The takeoff leg is extended, the other leg is bent and pulled toward the body. - 1 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique: Ball control Headers Shot technique/shooting Goalkeeping techniques

Tactics

Tactics: Wing play/Crossing Player behavior

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Strength training

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination: Quick anticipation Quick processing

Training Organization

Age: U6 - U13 U14 - U19
Duration: 30 min
Training Set: Main point
Number of Players: 6 - 9 players
Goalkeeper: 3 goalies
Form of Training: Individual training Group training Game Systems
Position training: Goalkeeper training
Exercise level: Intermediate
Spatial Behavior: Half-field
Training Location: Pitch Indoor