Long Diagonal Clear Target
Clearing
Legend
- player
- ball
- left target
- right target
- diagonal clearance paths
How it works
Strike long diagonal clearances from the defensive third to a target zone marked by cones.
What you need
- cones
- soccer ball
Your focus
Defenders who clear aimlessly give possession back. Training directional clearances , targeting the sideline or specific zones , builds the precision to relieve pressure and start counterattacks.
Set two cones 20 yards away in a diagonal, one left channel, one right channel.
Player takes the ball in the defensive third.
Strike a driven clearance diagonally to the left cone target. Walk, retrieve, repeat to right.
Do 10 reps to each side.
Score: 2 points for hitting inside the zone, 1 for near, 0 for missing completely.
Goal
You've nailed it when 7 of 10 clearances land in or near the target zone on each side.
Helpful cues
- Strike with your laces, not your toe
- Point your hips toward the target
- Follow through toward the cone after contact
Adjust the challenge
Make it easier
Strip it back
Move the targets to 12 yards away.
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Add the next challenge
Strike from a moving ball, roll it to yourself, then clear.No account needed
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