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Ex 2 – skill exercise 1 – blocking shots in one-on-ones
- 10 min
- 9v9
- Defending against shots
- Goalkeeping
Three goalkeepers, you as the coach; area 10 x 10 metres with two cone goals; balls. You as the coach play the ball towards GK1, who runs towards the ball to shoot, and GK2 tries to block the shot. Progression: vary how the ball is played and whether GK1 dribbles past GK2.
What the coach should look for
- Start a few metres in front of the goal line.
- Blocking technique: get close to the opponent, bend your knees, keep your arms along your body.
- If the opponent dribbles: follow the movement and dive forward towards the ball.
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