Wing Play / Crossing XI

Age U6 - U13, U14 - U19
Training Set Main point
Number of Players 1 - 5 players, 6 - 9 players

Setup

Two wingers I + A are positioned in the half-space, and striker J is positioned at the edge of the penalty area as shown in the diagram. The balls are with A. A goalkeeper is in the goal.

Procedure

Player I passes to J (1) and player A makes an overlapping run past I. J passes the ball into the run of A (2) and runs toward the penalty area. Player A crosses the ball on the run into the penalty area so that it arrives approximately 4-11 metres from the goal (3). The two players I + J make crossing runs and try to finish the cross.

Tip

- The attacking players cross toward the near and far post. - When crossing, it is important that the players explosively switch positions at sprint speed just before the crosser begins the crossing motion. - The crossing players or attackers must not start too early. - The crosser should play sharp, precise passes. - The crosser should play sharp, precise passes. - 2 cones, 1 full-size goal(s)

Training attributes

Technique

Technique: Passing

Tactics

Tactics: Wing play/Crossing Team behavior Player behavior

Condition

Condition: Speed of movement with ball Speed of movement off the ball Basic Endurance GAT Strength training Explosiveness

Co-ordination

Co-Ordination: Quick anticipation Quick processing

Training Organization

Age: U6 - U13 U14 - U19
Duration: 20 min
Training Set: Main point
Number of Players: 1 - 5 players 6 - 9 players
Goalkeeper: 1 goalkeeper
Form of Training: Individual training Group training
Exercise level: Easy Intermediate Difficult
Training Location: Pitch Indoor