Goalkeeper Distribution Tips — Back Pass, Throwing, Kicking
Goalkeeping is not just about making saves. It’s also about using various methods of distribution to pick out players, start off an attack, or clear the ball from danger. Keepers …
Goalkeeper 1v1 Situations — Tips For Diving At Feet & Winning
Diving at the feet of attackers in a 1v1 situation is the area of goalkeeping that separates the brave from the faint-hearted. Against all odds, keepers need to be fully …
What Impact Will VAR Have On Goalkeepers?
Whenever there’s televised football, the post-match discussions inevitably turn into a VAR debate. Pundits argue about the impact the technology will have on the game from an accuracy, spectator and …
Coping With Wet & Muddy Conditions As A Goalkeeper
Goalkeepers are synonymous with mud. And until summer comes around, there’s no avoiding it. Admittedly, wet mud provides some (but not many) advantages to goalkeepers — such as softer ground to …
The Best Goalkeeper Blogs (Top Keeper Blogs)
There’s detailed blogs for the some of the weirdest, most obscure hobbies imaginable. So given the enormous popularity of football, you’d think there would be tons of brilliant goalkeeping bloggers …
10 Worst Things About Being A Goalkeeper (The Toughest Position)
It’s not always fun being a goalkeeper. It’s the most challenging, isolated, unforgiving, position on the pitch. Football’s a game that rewards goal scorers far more than the unsung heroes …
Psychology & Mental Strength Of Successful Goalkeepers
Psychologically, goalkeeping is by far the most demanding position on the football pitch. It requires immense mental strength and a unique mindset that the vast majority of other footballers don’t …
Goalkeeper Communication Guide — What Do Keepers Shout?
Goalkeeper communication requires assertiveness and leadership. Keepers need to be clear, loud and direct at all times in order to organise their team to defend against attacks from the opposition. …
Goalkeeper High Ball Decision — Stick, Catch, Deflect, Or Punch?
The high ball causes goalkeepers more grief than any other aspect of the game. Whether it’s a cross, corner, free kick, or shot — attacking players know that putting the …
Goalkeeper Handling Techniques — Scoop, Cup, W’s, Diving
Goalkeeper coaches teach four main handling techniques or “hand shapes”: Scoop (or “Ramp”) Cup (or “Basket”), W’s (or “V’s”) Diving (or “Hands Leading”). Keepers should regularly practice these go-to handling …