Check-In Bump to Back-Foot Inside Cut Behind Cone / Opening Body Shape

Before you start

• Cone setup identical to the previous exercise.
• Players remain on their toes ready to check in.

Movement sequence

1. Check in to receive a soft pass, then backpedal slightly for a firmer pass.
2. Take a directional touch behind the cone using the inside of your back foot.
3. Play the pass back with that same foot.
4. Communicate halfway through the drill to reverse direction.

Key points

• Use the inside of the back foot to push the ball cleanly behind the cone.
• Maintain a proper body shape to open up the field.

Common mistakes

Using the wrong foot or failing to open the body shape adequately. Rushing the touch without checking shoulders.

Practice notes

Improves back-foot reception and inside-foot directional control. Crucial for opening up passing lanes under pressure.