3v2 Cross & Finish | Sharpen Your Attack Inside the Box

Overview

• Players who need to read the game quicker around the box
• Players who need to turn a cross into a shot without hesitating
• Players who have to weigh a few options in a split second
• Players who want to put a better ball in from the wing

Objectives

• Read the cross and act fast the moment it comes in
• Clean up body shape and positioning inside the box
• Deliver crosses that match the runner’s movement
• Turn a numbers-up situation (3v2) into goals, every time

Setup

In this drill a winger crosses the ball and three attackers go up against two defenders in the box, hunting for a finish.

１）Start: The winger has the ball. Set up three attackers and two defenders around the box.

２）Cross: The winger picks the right moment and puts the ball in. Attackers link up with eye contact.

３）Attack: The three attackers work together to beat the two defenders and get a shot off.

４）Rotation: Rotate winger, finisher, and defenders and run several rounds.

５）Timing: Keep each rep to around 5 seconds to force quick decisions.