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Goalkeeper Build-Up Under Pressure
Goalkeeper footwork drill: directional first touch and a short pass to a free team-mate while a striker presses the first line of the build-up.
Intermediate4–6 players15–20 min
Goalkeeping drills
Complete goalkeeper training organised by technical and tactical objective: catching, collapse dives, diving, reflexes, footwork, aerial play, crosses, 1v1, coming out and playing with the feet. Each drill states the number of keepers, the equipment and the recommended repetitions.
18 drills
10 drills
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One-v-one against the striker in waves
1v1 situations where the striker receives a pass from the edge of the box and attacks the keeper, who must read when to engage and block.
Advanced4–8 players15–25 min
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Back Pass Under Pressure From a Striker
The centre-back plays a back pass and a striker presses the reception: the goalkeeper takes a directional touch and chooses between the free centre-back and the far full-back.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Save and Fast Counter-Attack With a Throw to the Flank
Goalkeeper transition drill: after the save, a quick overarm throw to the winger breaking into the flank, with a striker pressing the distribution.
Intermediate5–8 players15–25 min
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Coming Out to a Loose Ball After a Through Pass
Match-realistic goalkeeper drill: a pass in behind the defensive line, a striker's run and the goalkeeper's decision to come out, win the loose ball and distribute quickly.
Advanced4–6 players15–20 min
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Positioning and Narrowing the Angle by Ball Position
Three attackers with a ball in different positions: the goalkeeper adjusts to the bisecting line and narrows the angle before each shot on the coach's call.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Throw and Volley Distribution to Target Zones
Goalkeeper distribution drill: after receiving from the coach, a quick overarm throw to the near flank and a long volley into a marked zone deep in the pitch.
Basic3–5 players12–18 min
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Crosses: deciding whether to come or stay
Crosses from the byline at different heights and distances with live attackers; on every ball the keeper decides whether to come and claim or stay on the line to face the finish.
Advanced4–7 players15–20 min
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High claim with passive opposition
Aerial balls served by the coach into the six-yard box with two attackers occupying the space passively; the keeper comes out, jumps and catches at the highest point.
Intermediate3–5 players12–18 min
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Reaction to a signal with an immediate second action
The keeper starts touching the post, reacts to an auditory signal, recovers the centre of the goal and faces two consecutive shots from different sources.
Advanced3–5 players12–18 min
Frequently asked questions
How is a goalkeeper training session structured?
A typical session starts with a hand and footwork warm-up, continues with a technical block (catching, collapse or diving), adds a tactical or decision block (1v1, crosses, coming out) and finishes with match situations.
How many goalkeepers do I need for these drills?
Most work with one or two keepers and a coach serving. Each page states the number of keepers and whether an outfield player is needed to finish.
Are there goalkeeper drills for kids?
Yes. Filter by age to see introductory drills focused on the set position, safe catching, fearless collapse dives and coordination with balls of different sizes.