Turn and Shoot
Players receive a pass with their back to goal, turn quickly, and shoot before a chasing defender can close them down.
Objective
Develop the ability to receive, turn, and shoot quickly under defensive pressure.
Watch It In Action
Visual Concept
Top-down diagram — Shooting drill layout
Setup
Set up 15 yards from goal. Feeder stands 10 yards behind the shooter. A passive defender starts 3 yards behind the shooter. Goal with goalkeeper.
How to Run It
Receive with back to goal
Feeder plays a ground pass to the shooter's feet. Shooter checks their shoulder before receiving.
First touch to turn
Shooter takes a directional first touch to one side to create space from the defender.
Shoot quickly
Shooter drives a shot on goal before the defender can recover. Aim for the far post.
Defender becomes active
Progress to a live defender who tries to win the ball after the pass is played.
Coaching Cues
Check your shoulder before the ball arrives — know where the defender is
First touch away from pressure — not into the defender
Get your shot off quickly — don't take extra touches under pressure
Aim for the far post — harder for the keeper to reach
Variations
- Require the turn to be a specific move (Cruyff, drag-back)
- Add a second defender for a 1v2 scenario
- Feeder can vary the pass height (ground, bouncing, aerial)
Gear for This Drill
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Classic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
Set up in seconds. Perfect for small-sided games and shooting practice.
Lightweight mesh bibs in multiple colors. Fits U6–U14.
Standard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
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Browse all gearEquipment Needed
- Cones
- 1 goal
- Goalkeeper
- Bibs
- 3–4 balls
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Classic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
View on AmazonSet up in seconds. Perfect for small-sided games and shooting practice.
View on AmazonLightweight mesh bibs in multiple colors. Fits U6–U14.
View on AmazonStandard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
View on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
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