U10
1v1 vs the Goalkeeper
Beat the goalkeeper in a 1v1 after a through ball.
- Take the through ball in stride
- Commit the goalkeeper
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Football goalkeeper drills:111 you can watch in 3D
Keepers often train on their own at the end of training. These give them real work, and many involve the team too.
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These drills cover what a keeper does in a game: getting set, catching, diving, coming out in a 1v1 and starting attacks. They run from U6 to adult teams, with most from U10 up. Here are a few to look at, and the app has all 111, each one playing in 3D.
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U10
U12
Keeper Throw-Out Starts a Quick Attack
Start a fast attack from the keeper's hands and reach the far goal in three passes.
- Look up before you release the ball
- Throw flat and firm to the full-back's feet
U10
Diving Saves From 8 Metres
Dive low and hold shots served from eight metres out.
- Step into the line of the ball before you dive
- Lead with your hands, not your head
U18
Hurl and Go
An overarm release to the wing turns a claim into an attack in five touches, beating a first presser and then a second defender who sprints across to help.
- Keeper releases on the winger's front foot, at chest height, before the presser has left their line
- Step forward through the throw and follow with the shoulder, so the ball arrives flat and does not hang
U12
Keeper Claims High Balls With a Passive Opponent
Claim crosses at the highest point with an opponent jumping but not challenging.
- Start high on the line so you can attack the ball
- Call loud and early so your defenders clear out
U10
Keeper Footwork Through Poles Then a Save
Move your feet quickly through the poles and still be set for the shot.
- Short, quick steps through the poles
- Do not cross your feet
U12
Keeper Narrows the Angle in 1v1s
Close the space quickly and stay big without diving early.
- Come out fast, then slow down as you get close
- Stay between the ball and the goal
U14
Keeper Throw-Out Two-Touch Attack
Start a counter from the keeper's hands and reach the far goal inside three two-touch passes.
- Look up and release quickly
- Two touches: control across the body, pass forward
103 more goalkeeper drills are in the app, each playing in 3D with the full set-up and steps.
See all 111 goalkeeper drills in the appWhat to coach
Set position
Feet apart, weight forward and hands ready, set just before the shot is taken.
Hands and body
Get the body behind low shots and catch high balls in front of the head.
Starting attacks
After a save, look up early and throw or pass to a free teammate.
Without a keeper coach
Use the shooters
Many finishing drills give a keeper plenty to do. Ask the shooters to start with a set order.
Short sets
Diving is tiring, so use short sets with a rest, and keep quality ahead of numbers.
One thing at a time
Pick one point for the session, such as set position, and praise it when you see it.
Questions
What age should keepers start specific work?
The app has drills from U6, but most are from U10 up. Younger players do well trying the position in turn.
How many players do these need?
Most need 3 to 7 players, including the keeper.
How long do they run?
Most run for 10 to 16 minutes.
See all 111 goalkeeper drills in the app
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