Dribbling – La Croqueta
Player shifts the ball quickly from one foot to the other using inside touches while moving forward. This drill improves lateral movement, close control, and the ability to beat an opponent with quick side-to-side touches.
Equipment
Ball;Cones
Coaching points
- Use the inside of both feet to move the ball side to side
- Keep the ball close during each touch
- Stay low and balanced when shifting direction
- Increase speed while maintaining control
Common mistakes
- Touching the ball too far away
- Slow transition between feet
- Standing too upright and losing balance
- Losing control when increasing speed
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
60 seconds
Repetitions
4 × 2 sets
Touches
48
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