Kicking - (Soccer) Zig-zag body feinting

The video tutorial explains a soccer fainting technique, where players pretend to move in one direction before quickly changing to another. The instructor sets up a zigzag cone drill to practice this skill, emphasizing small touches and alternating feet. As players become comfortable, they are encouraged to increase their pace and exaggerate their movements to enhance the effectiveness of the drill.

What is the primary purpose of a feint in soccer?

• To improve passing accuracy.

• To enhance teamwork on the field.

• To increase the speed of the game.

• To confuse the defender by pretending to go one way and then going the other.

What is the setup used for practicing the feint technique?

• A square of cones.

• A zigzag line of cones.

• A circle of cones.

• A straight line of cones.

When executing the feint, what should players focus on?

• Taking large steps and using only one foot.

• Taking small touches and alternating feet.

• Running as fast as possible.

• Standing still and observing.

How should players adjust the drill once they are comfortable with the basic technique?

• By reducing the number of cones.

• By slowing down the pace.

• By using only their dominant foot.

• By increasing the pace and exaggerating the feint.

What is emphasized in the final section of the drill?

• Maintaining a slow and steady pace.

• Avoiding any footwork.

• Using only the left foot.

• Exaggerating the step and using both feet.