Drill

Drills

Soccer

Shot-Block Approach

Closeout

8 min
3 x 6
Beginner

Why this drill

improve controlled block approach to visible shooting action.

Setup

Shooter takes controlled touch to strike; defender closes from angle.

How to perform it

  1. 1Defender closes under control and presents legal blocking body shape without reckless lunge.

Key feel

Close, set, make yourself difficult.

Success cue

Defender remains balanced and in play through shot action.

Recommended reps

3 x 6

Progression

Add variable shot timing.