
Set up 2 cones to act as marker to play pass through by midfielder out to wideman. Winger receives, plays, back then runs onto forward pass. Forward makes run into box awaiting cross from the winger.
Firm passing, weighted pass. Head up when crossing. Forwards movement looking to receive the ball.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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