One-Touch Finishing Drill

One-Touch Finishing is a powerful drill for developing quick reactions, timing, and goal-scoring instincts under pressure. Here's a breakdown of how to run it effectively:

Purpose

• Improve finishing speed and accuracy.
• Develop instinctive shooting in tight spaces.
• Train your body to react quickly and strike cleanly without needing extra touches.

Setup

• Goal with a keeper (optional if solo).
• Ball feeder (teammate, coach, or rebounder wall).
• A few balls ready to keep the drill moving.
• Cones to mark shooting zone (top of box, penalty area, etc.).

Drill Variations 1. Central Feed

• Feeder passes from the edge or center of the box.
• Player finishes with one touch.
• Rotate between using left and right foot.

2. Wide Crosses

• Feeder sends low crosses from the wing.
• Player times their run and finishes with one touch (inside foot, volley, etc.).

3. Rebound & Finish

• Shoot against a wall or rebounder.
• As the ball returns, finish with one touch.
• Forces you to control aim under unpredictable rebounds.

4. Moving Finish

• Jog or sprint into the shooting zone before the pass.
• Improves finishing on the move, simulating in-game situations.

Coaching Points

• Stay on your toes – Be ready to adjust quickly to the ball.
• Head up before the shot – Know where the goal is.
• Body positioning – Lean over the ball to keep it low and controlled.
• Timing – Don't rush, but don't delay. Anticipate the pass.

Progression

• Add a defender to simulate pressure.
• Limit reaction time between feed and shot.
• Use weaker foot to improve balance.