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.
- 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.).
- Feeder passes from the edge or center of the box.
- Player finishes with one touch.
- Rotate between using left and right foot.
- Feeder sends low crosses from the wing.
- Player times their run and finishes with one touch (inside foot, volley, etc.).
- Shoot against a wall or rebounder.
- As the ball returns, finish with one touch.
- Forces you to control aim under unpredictable rebounds.
- Jog or sprint into the shooting zone before the pass.
- Improves finishing on the move, simulating in-game situations.
- 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.
- Add a defender to simulate pressure.
- Limit reaction time between feed and shot.
- Use weaker foot to improve balance.