Two players stand still 15–20 metres apart, each with a ball. The third works between them without a ball. The middle player moves towards the player on the right. That player makes a pass, and the middle player returns the ball straight back. He then turns, runs to the other side and does the same with the player on the left. Neither ball crosses the middle area but stays under the control of the wide player on that side. The middle player does not stay standing after the return pass but turns immediately. Change the middle player about every minute. First rounds with two touches. When the rhythm is there, return pass one-touch.
Movement to be available before the pass: the middle player moves towards the ball, not waiting still. Non-kicking foot behind the ball and head up until the moment of contact. Contact point in the middle of the ball with the inside of the foot, follow-through in the direction of the pass. The return pass goes straight back to the passer’s foot. Turn immediately after the return pass, eyes to the other side before the feet move.
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