Saving 1 on 1 (diving at feet)
With the exception of a penalty kick, the closest a goalkeeper can get to scoring a goal is to save in a one-against-one situation.
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Here are some things that we worked on.
Importance of hands behind the ball Correct side to dive 2nd barrier when player kicks the ball in your hands New hand shape "Gate" when you are close to a player As a goalkeeper you are no good to your team if you are on the floor Gold = Claim it, Silver = Deflect it, Bronze hold up until defenders come When to dive. 1) Mistake, 2) foot pulls back 3) When the player goes around you Starting position is like starting a race Forwards get excited when in your penalty area and their touch often takes it away from them - be ready to collect Be ready to make a second save if necessary There are 3 main stages in saving in one-on-one situations Assessment of the situation (Doing your homework on player during the game. ie what is their favorite foot? is that player likely to chip me? etc. Decision to stay or go Application of correct technique Observations that we learned from include Going down in Gate position too early or too far away from opponent resulting in not being in a good position to save shot or not being able to get hands up. Pro's and cons about making forward come across the face of the goal Goalkeepers can fake too Be ready to rush forwards by being on them in some way after they touch into the area. Communication with defenders when they are facing their own goal When the ball is is the air bouncing, use that time to spread yourself (Peter Shmeichel style) |
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Leon is Regional Director for UK International Soccer Camps