The Attackers
“The Scoring Machines”

When “we” have the ball:

1. LEARN to run into open spaces; often by running at angles.

2. Get the ball UNDER CONTROL quickly.
3. ACCERATE past your man!
4. Remember that it is important to NOT run away from the ball all the time. You
must come back and support the mid-fielders.
5. Drive the ball with your laces when shooting. Follow through the power.
6. AIM for the FAR POST.
7. STRIKE the MIDDLE of the ball.

When “they” have the ball:

1. When you lose the ball you are the first defender. Defenders will often give the
ball away if you pressure them. DON’T dive in! STAY ON YOUR FEET.
2. PREVENT a long pass forward from their defenders.
3. SLOW THEM DOWN when they have the ball.
4. WORK as a TEAM with other striker – pick the right time to tackle. Remember
we are going to be covering 3 or 4 men with 2 or 3 of our men.

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