Goalkeeping – 1v1 diving block
The goalkeeper closes the attacker, drops quickly into a low diving block, and uses the body and hands to stop the ball.
Equipment
FootballGoal
Coaching points
- Close the distance before dropping
- Time the dive with the attacker touch
- Lead with hands toward the ball
- Keep the body compact and brave
- Recover quickly after the block
Common mistakes
- Diving too early before the attacker commits
- Leaving a gap under the body
- Turning the head away from contact
- Recovering slowly after the save
Action video
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Difficulty
Elite
Duration
40 seconds
Repetitions
8 × 2 sets
Touches
16
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