Soccer
Checking Runs to Receive
Create separation with a check-away movement
9 min
16 reps
Beginner
Why this drill
Builds toward create separation with a check-away movement.
Instructions
- 1Start tight to a marker cone representing a defender.
- 2Check away two steps to drag the defender, then explode back to the ball.
- 3Call for the pass with an open body shape as you check back in.
- 4Receive across your body, ready to play forward.
What to focus on
Selling the check-away before accelerating back to the ball.
Recommended reps
16 reps
Common mistake
Standing still and waiting for the pass instead of creating space.