A pioneering study on training attacking corners in women's football
A summary of the research:
The article "A Pioneering Study on Training Attacking Corners in Women's Football" investigates the effectiveness of a structured training program designed to improve offensive corner kick performance in professional women’s football. Conducted with the Montpellier Hérault Sport Club women’s team, the 10-week program emphasized inswinging corner deliveries, targeting high-danger areas such as the near post and penalty spot. The study measured performance improvements based on the "danger score," which evaluated the likelihood of a goal or shot resulting from a corner. Results showed that the team significantly increased the number of shots on goal and goals scored from corners. Specifically, the players improved their movement timing, accuracy in corner delivery, and coordination between kickers and attackers.
The findings demonstrate that regular, focused training on set pieces can enhance a team's offensive efficiency, particularly in corner kicks. The research also highlights the importance of player coordination and timing in executing successful corner attacks. By optimizing these game phases, teams can significantly increase their scoring opportunities, offering valuable insights for coaches aiming to improve set-piece performance in women’s football.
Key Takeaways:
Targeted training improves corner kick outcomes: The structured training program led to more shots on goal and goals scored from corners by focusing on key areas like the near post and penalty spot.
Coordination and timing are crucial: Success in offensive corners was linked to better coordination between the corner kicker and the attacking players.
Inswinging corners are most effective: Corners delivered with an inswinging trajectory were more likely to lead to shots and goals compared to outswinging deliveries
Authors: Clement Libreau & Nicolas Benguigui
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