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1v1 breakaways

U10–U13 GoalkeepingFinishing

Attackers dribble in from 22 m with six seconds to score while the goalkeeper advances and sets before the shot.

1v1 breakaway drill GK D Team A Opponent Run Dribble / carry
1v1 breakaway: the attacker dribbles in from 22 m, the goalkeeper advances while the ball is away from the attacker's foot and sets before the shot. A chasing defender adds time pressure.

Rules

  • Attackers go one at a time from a central cone or side cone lines
  • Six seconds to score
  • Rotate keepers every five attempts

To make it harder

  • A defender chases from 3 m behind the attacker

Coaching points

  • Start a few metres off the line
  • Advance while the ball is off the attacker's foot, set when it is close
  • Stay big

From the session “Goalkeeper Training in Youth Football: Technique and Drills by Age”

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