Set Pieces - Free Kick

Angles on the Wall
This play is for 3 or 4 players (you can omit the initial fake shot on goal by player A) for a direct or indirect free-kick anywhere in and around the penalty box. This is a fairly simple piece all teams can utilize.

Offense: Players A and B line up to take the shot. C is 7 to 10 yards to the right or left of the ball, 3 to 4 yards goal-side of the ball. Player D is in front of the wall on the near post side. Player A fakes the shot on goal and continues toward the far side of the wall. Player B then makes a short quick pass in front of player C to take the shot on goal. Player D and player A effectively 'pinch' the wall, freezing them for a second. Player A must be sure to stay wall-side of the ball and in the way of any attacking defenders, without intentionally obstructing, of course! Timing Player A's run, player D spins and sprints behind the wall looking for rebounds. Player C, taking the shot, should concentrate his shot low and on the near-post (from the initial ball position).

Defense: Get set up quick with the tallest player near post. Don't let the fake shot crumble the wall. And don't forget to mark player D once he makes his move to goal.