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Goalkeeper 1v1 Lunging Drill

Train the goalkeeper to effectively handle 1v1 situations.

Goalkeeping15-16U1813-14group3 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.1 (45)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Goal
  • Ball
  • Cones (for marking 20 yards)
Setup
  1. Area: 20-yard channel between the goal and the striker, marked with cones.
  2. Goals: One goal, with the goalkeeper positioned on the line.
  3. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line.
  4. Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player (striker) starting 20 yards from the goal, initially set up on the right side before switching to the left.
  5. Coach: 1 grey coach/server positioned centrally, beyond the striker, 20 yards from the goal.
  6. Equipment: Cones marking the 20-yard distance between the goal and the striker.
Instructions
  1. The server rolls or passes the ball biased towards the goalkeeper.
  2. The goalkeeper should stay on the line without advancing too far.
  3. The striker attempts to challenge but must avoid injury-prone situations.
  4. Goalkeeper handles the ball, using proper 1v1 techniques, and reacts quickly to the ball and striker.
Coaching Points
  • Use proper technique in diving at feet.
  • Stand large and remain still in 1v1 situations.
  • Align with the center of the goal and ball.
  • Tuck elbows to secure ball and avoid injury.
  • Approach with confidence in 1v1 scenarios.
  • Cover all angles and react quickly.
  • Assess opponent's angle and approach distance.
  • Keep head steady; tuck to side if challenged.
  • Command the ball when approaching.
  • Stay light on feet and quickly move into position.
  • Maintain focus and organization under pressure.
  • Practice decision-making to stay on feet or spread.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Decrease the distance between the goalkeeper and the striker.
2. Increase the pace of the served balls.
3. Allow the striker to attempt to score, increasing pressure.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the distance between the goalkeeper and the striker.
2. Slow down the pace of the served balls.
3. Allow more time for the goalkeeper to react before the striker challenges.
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