•Just under half of all goals scored come from a set play or possession regained immediately following a set play.
• Set plays come as a by-product of positive play, which puts pressure on opponents.
• Set plays are second prizes. Goals are the first prize.
• Three out of every five penalties and free kicks are given for fouls on people dribbling.
• The more important the match and closer the contest, the more likely it is that the game will be decided by a set play.
• It is not enough for a player to know what he should be doing. He must concentrate in order to do it effectively.
Ways to gain more Set Plays:
1. Passing to the back of the defense.
2. Crossing to the back of the defense.
3. Dribbling.
4. Pressuring defenders.
5. Shooting.
Throw-Ins:
1. Take the throw quickly.
2. Throw to an unmarked player.
3. Throw forward.
4. Throw for ease of control.
5. Create enough space for the throw to be effective.
Free kicks in the midfield or defensive third.
1. Should be taken very quickly.
2. As soon as the kick is awarded, two players should move quickly to the ball to take the kick.
3. Players in advance of the ball should look for the pass quickly.
