Goalkeeping – forward backward footwork
The goalkeeper moves sideways, forward, and backward with quick controlled steps while keeping a balanced ready position.
Equipment
Cones
Coaching points
- Use short sharp steps in each direction
- Stay low and balanced
- Keep shoulders facing forward
- Change direction under control
- Finish each movement in a set stance
Common mistakes
- Taking large slow steps
- Crossing feet during lateral movement
- Standing upright when changing direction
- Losing balance when moving backward
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
40 seconds
Repetitions
10 × 2 sets
Touches
10
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