Passing - pass and Cruyff turn progression
Player passes to a target, receives the return, and uses a Cruyff turn to change direction. Use this as a progression drill to combine passing, receiving, turning, and moving away from pressure.
Equipment
BallTraining conesPartner
Coaching points
- Make a clean pass first
- Sell the Cruyff turn with body shape
- Pull the ball behind the standing leg
- Accelerate after turning
Common mistakes
- Weak return touch
- Poor timing before turning
- Ball stuck under the body
- No acceleration after the turn
Action video
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Difficulty
Advanced
Duration
60 seconds
Repetitions
10 × 2 sets
Touches
60
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