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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Full-size goal
- Soccer balls
Setup
- Area: 18x44 yard penalty area
- Goals: One full-size goal centred on the goal line of the penalty area
- Group: 2 blue outfield players, one starting just outside the penalty area with the ball and one starting inside the penalty area close to the goalkeeper
- Group GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line facing the two attackers
- Equipment: Soccer balls placed with the outside player for passing into the attacker
Instructions
- The player further from the goal passes to the attacker near the keeper.
- The goalkeeper stays in position to react after the attacker’s first touch.
- The attacker attempts to score past the goalkeeper.
- Players switch roles after each attempt.
Coaching Points
- Use correct technique in all actions.
- Stand tall and remain balanced in 1v1s.
- Align with the center of the goal and the ball.
- Always be ready for a shot.
- Tuck elbows in for security and protection.
- Exude confidence.
- Cover all angles effectively.
- React quickly to changing dynamics.
- Assess and analyze opponent’s approach.
- Keep head steady, tuck away if pressured.
- Command the ball as the goalkeeper.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the starting distance for the attacker.
2. Limit the goalkeeper’s reaction time.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the distance for the attacker’s initial touch.
2. Allow the goalkeeper to advance to challenge early.
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