⚽ Set Pieces · Free-Kicks
Indirect Free Kick — Dummy and Shoot
The indirect free kick is awarded constantly in grassroots football.
Indirect Free Kick — Dummy and Shoot — full pitch view
The one cue that matters
Wall organisation in under 10 seconds
◆Why this drill works
The indirect free kick is awarded constantly in grassroots football. Most teams have no rehearsed routine. This drill installs two routines — direct shot and dummy-and-shoot — so the team always executes with intent.
▦The drill in three phases
1Setup
Starting positions — players, zones and equipment in place.
2Action
Movement begins — players run, dribble and create the pattern.
3Finish
The end action — pass, shot or outcome the drill builds toward.
Ball carrierAttackersDefendersPass / dribbleShot
▶How to run it
- Place ball at various angles: 25 yards central, 20 yards left, 22 yards right.
- Routine A: First player drives at wall's side. Second player redirects into far corner.
- Routine B: First player runs over the ball. Second player shoots first-time from behind.
- Set up a 4-player wall at 9.15m using cones. Practise wall organisation before each rep.
- Add passive GK. Strikers must aim away from GK starting position.
✓Equipment checklist
- Balls6
- Cones12
- Bibs10
✦Coaching points
Praise when you see
- Wall organisation in under 10 seconds
- Second player's strike on target
Correct when you see
- Running over ball with no conviction — the dummy must be convincing
- Both players going for ball at same time
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?Frequently asked questions
What age group is Indirect Free Kick — Dummy and Shoot suitable for?
This drill suits U13–adult. Keep routines simple for younger players; older players can rehearse more sophisticated, disguised routines.
How many players do I need for Indirect Free Kick — Dummy and Shoot?
This drill works well with around 14 players. With fewer, reduce the groups or rotate players through; with more, set up multiple stations so everyone stays active rather than queuing.
How long does Indirect Free Kick — Dummy and Shoot take?
Allow around 4 minutes to set up and 15 minutes to run it — about 19 minutes in total. It fits well as the technical or main block of a session, leaving time for a warm-up and a game.