Finish with the Third Runner | Linking Several Players Together

Overview

• A two-player combination where a third player breaks in and finishes
• A mix of movements that’s tough for defenders to pick up
• Sharpen decision-making speed and passing accuracy at the same time
• Add more attacking options to your game

Objectives

• Players learn how the first passer gets back on the ball inside a quick passing sequence
• Master a pattern that creates width and depth at the same time
• Stay composed under pressure, make the read, and finish in front of goal
• Build the ability to string attacks together in a match

Setup

This drill starts with a forward pass, moves three players, and links all the way through to a shot.

１）A plays a forward pass to teammates B and C

２）When B receives, it sets up the timing for A (the first passer) to break into space

３）Meanwhile, the third player C — not B — slides a pass to A as A runs into that space

４）Once A gets the ball, they stay composed and either finish or play one more final ball

５）When the play is done, rotate roles and go again