Goalkeeping – reaction attack save
The goalkeeper starts balanced, reacts to the ball quickly, and drives forward to attack and secure it with strong hands.
Equipment
Football
Coaching points
- Start in a low ready set position
- React as soon as the ball is released
- Attack forward instead of waiting
- Keep hands firm behind the ball
- Secure the ball into the body
Common mistakes
- Standing too upright before the save
- Reacting late to the ball
- Waiting for the ball to arrive
- Catching with soft or loose hands
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
8 × 2 sets
Touches
8
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