Finish with focus. Pick your moment. Hit the target.
Scoring goals isn’t just about power — it’s about choosing the right shot at the right time. Great shooters stay calm, keep their eyes on the ball, and make smart decisions in front of goal.
This page will help you understand what to do before the shot and how to improve your chances of finishing every time.
👀 Quiet Eye Technique
What it means: Keeping your eyes on the ball at the moment you strike it.
Why it matters: Most missed shots happen because the player looks up too early. Great shooters trust their aim and watch the ball all the way through.
Tips:
- Don’t watch the goal as you shoot — keep your head down
- Trust your body — if you’ve aimed, the ball will go there
- Think: “you shouldn’t see it go in”
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🧠 Shot Selection
What it means: Choosing the right type of shot based on your angle and distance.
Why it matters: Not every shot should be a blast. Sometimes placement is better. Sometimes you pass instead of shooting.
Tips:
- Far out = power, closer in = accuracy
- Wide angle? Shoot far post
- Defender in front? Fake the shot or use your weak foot
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🏃 Finishing Under Pressure
What it means: Scoring when defenders are closing in or you have limited time.
Why it matters: You won’t always get a perfect setup. Great players finish in motion and under pressure.
Tips:
- Take fewer touches near the goal
- Stay calm and don’t rush
- One-touch finishes can be your best friend
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🔁 Rebound Awareness
What it means: Being ready for second chances when the keeper blocks a shot.
Why it matters: Many goals come from rebounds, not the first shot. Smart attackers stay alert.
Tips:
- After you shoot, keep moving toward the goal
- Don’t assume it’s over — follow everything
- Tap-ins count the same as rockets
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🏁 Final Reminder:
Scoring is great — but it’s not about luck.
It’s about good decisions, quick thinking, and staying focused in the moment.
Pick one of these habits and try it out at your next practice or game.