How To Coach Crossing & Finishing Like Luis De La Fuente At World Champions Spain - Tactical Theory
Spain’s finishing is built on more than shooting technique. This Tactical Theory analyses their coordinated movements, early crosses, runs in behind, far-post deliveries and follow-up actions, with coaching exercises designed to recreate them.
FIFA World Cup Champions Spain have gone on a remarkable 43-game unbeaten streak since a 2-0 loss to Scotland in March 2023.
Since that rainy night at Hampden Park, Luis de la Fuente’s men have won the Euros and this summer's World Cup, scoring some impressive goals along the way.
While the Spaniards' build-up play and pressing system usually get the plaudits, and rightly so, the quality of their shot execution is often overlooked.
It is also not just the shot itself but the planned synchronised movements that go into their final actions that are impressive.
This Spain tactical theory analyses La Roja’s recent goals and gives an example of practice exercises that coaches can use to help improve their side's goal scoring based on the movements of the Spanish National Team.
The Edge Of Box Finish
This crossing and finishing exercise is designed to replicate the same scenarios Spain’s forward players find themselves in when in and around the box.
The drill can be adapted in multiple ways to fit the type of finishing action that is desired by the coach.
This version of the exercise involves five shots at goal, each occurring in sequence from one another.
