Finishing, Shooting, First touch, 1 vs 1
Attacker on the edge of the penalty area with back to goal, defender behind. The passer plays the ball to the attacker, who takes control, turns away from the defender and finishes. Check the defender’s position over the shoulder. Depending on the age group and skill level, you can make it easier at first by requiring the defender to keep their hands behind their back.
First touch is decisive — direct the ball away from the defender and towards goal. Reading the situation before receiving.
Back to goal — turn and finish is a football drill on TacticsBoard. Category: Finishing, Shooting, First touch, 1 vs 1. Age group: U10+. Browse more football drills or create your own for free.