Week 8: Crossing and Finishing from Wide Areas

Module: Master The Game: 12-18 Years Old Classroom: Use The 360TFT Game Model Phase: In Possession

Session Focus

Crossing and Finishing from Wide Areas

This session develops the connection between wide players and central finishers, focusing on quality of delivery and timing of runs into the box.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Types of crosses and when to use each
• Timing and angles of runs into the box
• Near post, far post, and cut-back movements
• Arriving in the box at the right moment
• Second ball reactions and follow-ups

Coaching Points

• Quality and variety of crossing technique
• Reading the crosser’s body position
• Starting position for runs into the box
• Movement to lose markers
• Aggressive finishing mentality

This content is part of the 360TFT Football Coaching Academy - Use The 360TFT Game Model

Note: Full session diagrams and detailed coaching points are available in the Football Coaching Academy classroom.