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Front three interchange

Three forwards swap positions as they attack: the striker pulls wide, a winger cuts inside, the other attacks the far post. Teaches forwards to move together so defenders can't just follow one.

U11 to adultAges
3 to 6 plus a keeperPlayers
Edge of the boxArea
12 minsTime

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Set-up

  • Three forwards 25 m from goal, a server in midfield.
  • Two defenders (passive, then live) and a keeper.

Equipment: Goal, cones, balls

How it works

  1. Server plays into the striker, who pulls towards a wing.
  2. Winger on that side darts inside; far winger attacks the far post.
  3. Finish within three passes.

Coaching points

  • Move as the ball travels, not after.
  • One runs short, one runs long, one goes far post.
  • Finish across the keeper.

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Make it easier

  • Unopposed

Make it harder

  • Three live defenders

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