Free-kicks

Organisation

• Set up free‑kick stations in different positions around the pitch.

• The exercise is performed using one goal, which is defended by a goalkeeper. Rotate the goalkeepers.

Explanation 

• The players take it in turns to take free kicks based on their position on the pitch.

• Start the exercise with free kicks taken by players situated closest to goal and finish with those furthest from goal.

• Create a competition between the outfield players and the goalkeepers.

Coaching points

• Ask the players to vary the height of their free kicks (along the sand to create deceptive rebounds that are difficult for goalkeepers to deal with, mid‑height and high).

• Ask the players to vary their free‑kick positions to simulate match scenarios.