Football: First touch with instep of foot

Description

Put the players in pairs with one ball between 2 The players should try and pass the ball slightly wide of each other.

The receiving player has to play the ball with the inside of their non kicking foot across their body own body with their first touch and then kick the ball back to the other player with their strong foot.

Coaching points

Repeat drill the other way round so first touch made with strong foot and return pass made with weaker foot.

Progression:

Place a gate in between the pair for them to pass through. This will get players focusing on their passing accuracy.