Final Third Combination Play

Objective

• -Break a low block with quick combinations
• -Use one twos, third man runs and cut-backs
• -Finish with quality after the combination

Setup

1. 1Full goal with keeper and a defensive block of three.
2. 2Attacking unit of five around the edge of the final third.
3. 3Cones marking the cut-back and pocket zones.

How to play

1. 1Attackers must use one of three combinations before shooting.
2. 2Defenders stay compact and block the middle.
3. 3Ten attacks then swap the units around.

Progressions

• +Add a fourth defender
• +Two touch outside the box

Regressions

• -Passive defenders
• -Remove the combination requirement

Variations

• -Counter attack for defenders on the win
• -Add a wide crossing option

Common mistakes

• -Static attackers waiting for the ball
• -Trying to dribble through the whole block
• -Everyone in the box too early