Are you looking to improve your shooting skills in soccer? Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, having a variety of shooting drills and exercises can help you enhance your technique and become a more effective finisher on the field. In this article, we’ll explore 51 shooting drills and finishing exercises that you can incorporate into your practice sessions.
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Fundamental Shooting Drills
These drills are perfect for beginners who are looking to develop their shooting technique and accuracy. They focus on the basic fundamentals of shooting and provide a solid foundation for players of all ages.
One-Touch Shooting: This drill helps players improve their first-time shooting ability. Set up a line of cones and have players take turns shooting the ball into the goal with just one touch.
Target Practice: Place targets in different areas of the goal and have players aim for them while shooting. This drill helps improve accuracy and precision.
Dribble and Shoot: Players dribble towards the goal and take a shot at the appropriate moment. This drill helps improve shooting under pressure.
- Shooting Basics I
- Shooting Mechanics II
- Keeping the Shot Low
- Shooting Both Sides
- Shooting 1 v 1 Goalkeeper in the Middle
- Small Group Shooting Relay
- Give, Go and Shoot
- World Cup Shooting Game
- Shooting 1 v 1 Knock Out
- Dribble and Shoot
- Survivor
- Turn and Shoot
- The Shooting Race
Intermediate Shooting Drills
Once players have mastered the fundamentals, it’s time to challenge them with more advanced shooting drills. These exercises focus on increasing power, speed, and accuracy.
Long-Range Shots: Set up cones at different distances from the goal and have players take shots from each position. This drill helps improve shooting power and accuracy from long distances.
Shooting with Pressure: Have defenders apply pressure on the shooter while they attempt to score. This drill helps players develop the ability to shoot accurately under defensive pressure.
Shooting on the Move: Set up cones in a zigzag pattern and have players dribble through them before taking a shot. This drill helps improve shooting accuracy while on the move.
- Four Teams, Four Goals
- Shoot then Defend
- Chelsea Shoot and Defend Game
- Liverpool Box Shooting Drill
- Liverpool Two Touch Shooting Drill
- Chelsea Shoot and Defend Game
- Juggle Shoot
- Through Ball Shooting
- Through Ball Shooting with Defender
- Shooting 2 v 1 with Running Goalkeeper
- Shooting from Central and Wide Angles
- Two Shot Drill
- Stop and Shot
- Gladiators 1 v 1
- Swap and Shoot
- Swap, Turn and Shoot
- Shooting Quick Turn Drill
- Chase Me
- Pass, Follow, Shoot
- Pass, Follow, Shoot with a Defender
Advanced Shooting Drills
For experienced players looking to take their shooting skills to the next level, these advanced drills provide a challenging workout that focuses on speed, accuracy, and decision-making.
Quick Decision Shooting: Set up multiple goals and have players make quick decisions on which goal to shoot at. This drill helps improve decision-making skills while shooting.
Shooting with Limited Space: Create a small playing area and have players practice shooting in tight spaces. This drill helps improve shooting accuracy in crowded areas.
Shooting with a Pass: Have a teammate pass the ball to the shooter, who must then take a shot. This drill helps improve shooting accuracy and timing.
- Chelsea Attacking Game
- Argentina Crossing and Finishing Drill
- Holland Crossing and Finishing Drill
- Four Goal Shooting Drill – One Touch Finish
- Four Goal Shooting Drill – With Goalkeepers
- Shooting 4 Goals
- Barcelona Cross and Shooting Drill
- Norwegian 1,2,3 Crossing and Shooting Game
- Norwegian Overlap Drill
- Manchester Crossing and Shooting Drill
- USA Four Goal Shooting Game
- Real Madrid 3 v 1 Shooting Game
- Arsenal 7 v 7 Shooting Drill
- Shooting 3 v 3
- Combination Shooting 1
- Combination Shooting 2
- Combination Shooting 3
- Strike Force
Remember to start with the fundamental drills and gradually progress to more advanced exercises as you become more comfortable and proficient. Practice regularly, stay focused, and you’ll see improvement in your shooting abilities on the field.
For more detailed instructions and additional shooting drills, you can access below our PDF guide that includes 51 shooting drills and finishing exercises.
This comprehensive resource will help you custom design your own practice sessions and provide fun and challenging practices for every age and skill level.
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