Just stumbled across your videos, looking to coach my 7 year old who has stepped up a few divisions. Your counting steps is such a simple idea but never even thought of it, he struggles with low shots so we need to work on his set position but thanks for the advice!
My 8year old son turned out to be a natural at goalkeeping amongst all the positions that’s the one he excelled at. At first I thought it was a let down until I realized most games were literally decided by his ability to stop the other team from scoring. Goalkeeping is a very specific talent.
I played in goal for 16 years, academy level youth at professional clubs in uk and semi professional after that until I got injured. That's the first time I've ever seen/heard the counting steps drill across the goal line and it's brilliant!! I'm 42 now and my 9 and 5 year old boys want to be keepers so I'm going to be coaching them and I'm definitely going to use that drill along with some of your others. There's a lot i remember which you also do so I'll be using that as well. Great video thanks 👍🏻
Never been a keeper, but I’m learning and trying to teach my 13 yr old daughter. This is her first yr as full time keeper in a competitive league. Wish us luck and thank you for sharing your knowledge
Just back into playing after 10+ year’s and great that you are teaching the two main fundamentals good footwork and good handling good footwork will make your game some much better and easier
A much needed video on one of these goalkeeper channels would be teaching dads who didn't play soccer easy and simple ways to strike the ball with pace and consistency. My biggest problem when training my son is I cant put the ball in the same place consistently during our training sessions.
Keep up the great work been watching your videos and teaching my son for the past 8 month and he is now in his first cup final this Sunday. Thankyou so much
This is great stuff. I've been looking for videos that talk about the basic fundamentals to help my son who is just getting started with goalkeeping. This video is the best I've come across. Thanks for sharing. We have subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your videos.
Great video my friend you've helped me in training my daughter now she has a golie trainer and he does some of the drills you show on this video so that helps to verify shes getting the right fundamental training
Really enjoyed the vid, I am a college level keeper and I have been helping develop some younger keepers and these drills and tips helped a lot in planning sessions.
One comment on ground shots straight at you. In the start of the video you see the goalies catching those balls in a wide stance. Isn't is better to also use your knee, like bend it inwards, to block the ball if it slips through your hands just in case. There are some videos of goalie fails where the goalkeeper let the ball slip through their legs. But dont put your knee on the ground, this makes you unable to react to deflections etc. as you are stuck on the ground with one knee.
You're talking about the low smother compared with the K stance technique, i personally teach to the low smother technique over the K technique you will see several top level keepers use both styles
@@hugothornton8722 I personally save many shots from my legs especially during 1v1s because I'm 6,3. If your tall it's sometimes difficult to get that low that quick
@@krishaangdeep5689 Im 6'2 and I often come across with the same problems, but readjusting your set position makes it easier to get down quicker, as keeping the ball is safer then it bouncing agaisnt your legs or feet. 1vs1 are also a different case, they aren't saves but more of a block.
@@hugothornton8722 ya... I have also been keeping my stance small to enable quick movement and so I've made a few low reflex saves here and there because of that
GT GT he can give u advise on how to jump higher but with getting a stronger goal kick, it’s mostly up to you to change your goal kick. You need to get a right technique when kicking the ball
I love playing goalkeeper, but I tend to make more saves with my legs, do you have any tips that might help going more with hands for the ball than feet and full splits to make a save? Also I appreciate this ive never been properly trained I have had to kind of figure things out myself and this video has helped me a ton so thank you!
Wow Alberto, I know this video is 2 years old, but not so long ago my friend asked me why I use my legs and feet more to save. Never had a thought about it since my coach dont give a damn about it. Turns out my legs is always faster to react when attacking the ball. Might need to work more on this I suppose
Can we get a tutorial on predicting where the ball is going? That's probably one of my worst weaknesses I need to improve on, I near enough always go the wrong way.
Alberto unsure if you've covered this but what is your cool down recovery process? Do you stretch a lot on off days, take ice baths etc? How many days do you personally train a week
In during game positioning do you prefere to bounce and set before the shot is taken or just set when the play is in your 18 box ? Couse i see u bounce in highlight vidoes but you set in matches videos without bouncing so i got confused ,please help 😃
the bounce comes out randomly for me sometimes, but I do it less in games mostly because of the energy it costs to always bounce whenever they get near the goal
Hi Alberto! First of all amazing videos dude..great tips..i need help..im 33 years old, maybe not very much in shape to perform at a high level..i need some advice about wich part of my body should training first..second problem..some time am scared to get hurt when i should dive high and sometimes i got goals for it..can you help me out!?need some tips
Facundo! Thanks for the message, first I always recommend starting with footwork and movement across goal because sometimes just being in the right position is enough to force the shot wide or straight at you, then I would recommend working on handling and collapse dives which you will do many more times than having to do those big flying diving saves. getting over the fear is something we all still have to do! I personally get over the fear of high dives by practicing jumping onto a bed or pool! I would recommend it as well !!
Would you teach the crossover step to a 9 year old, or wait until he's more developed? My concern is he also plays football, and we teach them to not use a crossover step as linemen, I'm afraid it might develop a bad habit if he can't differentiate the two.
It’s something I would consider as an advanced tactic and not something necessary for a 9 year old to think about, as the footwork improves and he/she deals with more crossed balls I would begin slowly introducing the cross step
First go to a physiotherapist and make sure you are cleared to get in goal, then start slow work up muscle by using a balancing board, PT(physical therapy) and bike riding. Then slowly get back into the game
This is a fundamental session, there are several "buts" and "ifs" in goalkeeping but attacking ball at a forward angle is literally the most important when starting to learn the position. There are specific situations that this changes but that's losing the forest for the tree.
I'm 26 years old and currently have a few trials with some good semi pro clubs soon .. is it late for me to turn professional in football in the near future?
well I will be honest it's A LOT harder than if you were younger but it isn't impossible. I work as an agent as my other job and have signed players as old as 28 :)
@@lovefootball6866 there's never one true answer it's all about your drive, there is a definite chance but it will be tough! You gotta work double and make every minute count on and off the field
Hey alberto, I don't know if you'll see this, but I have a quick question for you. I recently ordered the adidas predator pro model in a size 9, but de palm is a bit too tight as in it nearly hurts my hand. The fingers however are perfect lenght. So my question is; if I order a size 9,5 , are the fingers also bigger or only the palm?
I notice a lot of your videos u don’t use finger protection gloves. What do u do to keep your fingers strong. And do U have a video on taping and preventing finger injuries?
Good eye! I dont tape or use finger saves, simple push ups,pull ups and volley to hands work with different weighted balls. A huge favorite is using medicine balls
Hey, i am 14 years old and i really want to be a goalkeeper. Im willing to work pretty hard, but not too much and only this because i need to also focus on school. Do you think i can still become good or its not even worth trying? And what excersises can i do alone and will help me get better? Ill also sign with a club if ill feel good about it.
Hey Alberto over my break my distribution has gotten much better but my diving technique has gone out the window any tips to get back on track also I tried to join discord but I have to verify email but the message to verify doesn’t come through there any other way to get on
Adidas junior pair and it's still no it's so on my last birthday Sony of my last birthday jun 27 and I've still not got no roots on The Palm although often should do is on my gloves well the normal Brothers have given to him but they should make a little bit more panic because I was trying to get onto the ball come because my hands were hurting too much and I just thought that
Check out my video on the low smother, i dont train the k stance or barrier style in my keeper session but the low take which is an open collection much more focused on the hands
Just stumbled across your videos, looking to coach my 7 year old who has stepped up a few divisions. Your counting steps is such a simple idea but never even thought of it, he struggles with low shots so we need to work on his set position but thanks for the advice!
I guess Im quite off topic but does anyone know a good place to stream new series online ?
@Ronnie Terry lately I have been using flixzone. Just search on google for it =)
My 8year old son turned out to be a natural at goalkeeping amongst all the positions that’s the one he excelled at. At first I thought it was a let down until I realized most games were literally decided by his ability to stop the other team from scoring. Goalkeeping is a very specific talent.
Damn legend still hearting and commenting after 2 YEARS!
at 23 years old and coaching and playing for a long time, the counting your steps thing blew my mind, i dont know why i never thought of that lol
Alberto, you are such a good coach, supportive and helpful, your videos are such a good resource for keepers of all ages.
I played in goal for 16 years, academy level youth at professional clubs in uk and semi professional after that until I got injured. That's the first time I've ever seen/heard the counting steps drill across the goal line and it's brilliant!! I'm 42 now and my 9 and 5 year old boys want to be keepers so I'm going to be coaching them and I'm definitely going to use that drill along with some of your others. There's a lot i remember which you also do so I'll be using that as well. Great video thanks 👍🏻
Thanks for this vid Alberto. I literally just watched this vid on my phone and did the drills about 2 mins later on the field
Never been a keeper, but I’m learning and trying to teach my 13 yr old daughter. This is her first yr as full time keeper in a competitive league. Wish us luck and thank you for sharing your knowledge
Simon H good luck for you and your daughter!
Ter Stegen is the GOAT any tips for a person who has came out of futsal? I’m joining a comp league
The Random Guy no sorry
Ter Stegen is the GOAT ah Ok. My older brother is a professional so he probably will help. Thanks for your time
The Random Guy no prob dude
Just back into playing after 10+ year’s and great that you are teaching the two main fundamentals good footwork and good handling good footwork will make your game some much better and easier
Your knowledge and content has improved no end since you first started. Well done Alberto 🙌🏼👏🏼. Good job 👍🏼
means a ton to hear it from you Dicko! thanks for all the support over the years
Thanks so much mate! You are the reason I am the keeper that I am today
A much needed video on one of these goalkeeper channels would be teaching dads who didn't play soccer easy and simple ways to strike the ball with pace and consistency. My biggest problem when training my son is I cant put the ball in the same place consistently during our training sessions.
Wow that's one of the best suggestions ive had yet. I'll be looking at how to do this soon!
Keep up the great work been watching your videos and teaching my son for the past 8 month and he is now in his first cup final this Sunday. Thankyou so much
Played gk sense 2 years old this video is very good for beginners
Thank you, Alberto, this video, and theese drills will help me a lot
Happy to be able to help! Thanks for watching and commentibg
This is great stuff. I've been looking for videos that talk about the basic fundamentals to help my son who is just getting started with goalkeeping. This video is the best I've come across. Thanks for sharing. We have subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your videos.
this is the best serious help
Cheers! Thanks so much for watching and commenting
Very good video. Great advice on helping keepers dive to their weaker side
Got a trial today these videos really calmed my nerves thanks!
How did you get on bro?
Now i can coaching my junior keeper
let me know how the session goes! thanks for watching and commenting
@@ARSGoalkeeping actually im 16 and just got promoted to the first team but sometimes the coach asked me to train the u10 and u12 boys
Great video my friend you've helped me in training my daughter now she has a golie trainer and he does some of the drills you show on this video so that helps to verify shes getting the right fundamental training
Happy to be of service! Hope the videos keep on helping thanks for taking the time to watch and leave the nice comment
Could you do a video about the split save
Like with your legs??
ARS Goalkeeping yeah
Ok! Ill look at putting together something soon
Really enjoyed the vid, I am a college level keeper and I have been helping develop some younger keepers and these drills and tips helped a lot in planning sessions.
This is some really good training video. Thanks for sharing buddy
Very helpful techniques!
One comment on ground shots straight at you. In the start of the video you see the goalies catching those balls in a wide stance. Isn't is better to also use your knee, like bend it inwards, to block the ball if it slips through your hands just in case. There are some videos of goalie fails where the goalkeeper let the ball slip through their legs. But dont put your knee on the ground, this makes you unable to react to deflections etc. as you are stuck on the ground with one knee.
You're talking about the low smother compared with the K stance technique, i personally teach to the low smother technique over the K technique you will see several top level keepers use both styles
@@ARSGoalkeeping but is there any advantage with the K stance over the low smother technique?
Can you teach us how to block shots with our legs like Fusal GK or like De Gea?
Sure! I just need some more practice myself and then ill make a video soon 🤙
Saving with your legs shouldn't be the first choice you have
@@hugothornton8722 I personally save many shots from my legs especially during 1v1s because I'm 6,3. If your tall it's sometimes difficult to get that low that quick
@@krishaangdeep5689 Im 6'2 and I often come across with the same problems, but readjusting your set position makes it easier to get down quicker, as keeping the ball is safer then it bouncing agaisnt your legs or feet. 1vs1 are also a different case, they aren't saves but more of a block.
@@hugothornton8722 ya... I have also been keeping my stance small to enable quick movement and so I've made a few low reflex saves here and there because of that
Hi, how can I train to Jump higher and getting strong goalkick. TY FOR THESE TIPS TO ♥️
GT GT he can give u advise on how to jump higher but with getting a stronger goal kick, it’s mostly up to you to change your goal kick. You need to get a right technique when kicking the ball
As he said technique is key
@@hugothornton8722 OK
Excellent session & very well presented- subscribed 👍
Coach following you to make my skills improve
Thank you it helped me a lot
love your tutorial vidd
Discord fam where you at?!
Ter Stegen is the GOAT 👋🏼
What is tall? Baby don't hurt me
Tubercule La patate ayy its you
Yoooooo !!!
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Alberto keep it up! #DiscordFam
Best video yet!!!!
Thank you for the coaching this definitely helped me alot for that i am in your dept ❤
Amazing video
I love playing goalkeeper, but I tend to make more saves with my legs, do you have any tips that might help going more with hands for the ball than feet and full splits to make a save? Also I appreciate this ive never been properly trained I have had to kind of figure things out myself and this video has helped me a ton so thank you!
make sure you arent setting too high or with your feet too far foward
Keep it Up with THE feet. Its more effective than hands. Trust me.
@@bernaa845 lol mans got jokes
i was wondering if its better to have your hands low to your sides or in front like you
Hands in front!
ARS Goalkeeping thank you!
Wow Alberto, I know this video is 2 years old, but not so long ago my friend asked me why I use my legs and feet more to save. Never had a thought about it since my coach dont give a damn about it. Turns out my legs is always faster to react when attacking the ball. Might need to work more on this I suppose
What if u don’t have that spring in ur calf’s because u don’t have big calf’s is there anything u can do besides gym to get a bigger spring
leg work outs, including balance and squat work!
nice work brother
thank you for all your support as a member and subscriber!!
Can we get a tutorial on predicting where the ball is going? That's probably one of my worst weaknesses I need to improve on, I near enough always go the wrong way.
East Midlands Trainspotting Hub dont try to Guess, just hold your position and react to the shot
We should have the vision in our mind where the ball goes bro
OLIVER KAHN thats risky IMO because if you try to guess against a good striker he Will easily go past you or shoot to the other side
No bro its my saving secret
Nice video Alberto ⚽️👐🏼
Thanks henry!!
Fantastic thanks
Alberto unsure if you've covered this but what is your cool down recovery process? Do you stretch a lot on off days, take ice baths etc? How many days do you personally train a week
I fucking love your videos ❤️❤️I’ve been here since 2013 and could you do a sweeper keeper tutorial!
In during game positioning do you prefere to bounce and set before the shot is taken or just set when the play is in your 18 box ?
Couse i see u bounce in highlight vidoes but you set in matches videos without bouncing so i got confused ,please help 😃
the bounce comes out randomly for me sometimes, but I do it less in games mostly because of the energy it costs to always bounce whenever they get near the goal
Do u prefer playing in real or fake grass and why
For games and big trials grass, but everyday training i found some different turf fields that i enjoyed a lot!!!
This video is helpful best channel ever
Hi Alberto! First of all amazing videos dude..great tips..i need help..im 33 years old, maybe not very much in shape to perform at a high level..i need some advice about wich part of my body should training first..second problem..some time am scared to get hurt when i should dive high and sometimes i got goals for it..can you help me out!?need some tips
Facundo!
Thanks for the message, first I always recommend starting with footwork and movement across goal because sometimes just being in the right position is enough to force the shot wide or straight at you, then I would recommend working on handling and collapse dives which you will do many more times than having to do those big flying diving saves. getting over the fear is something we all still have to do! I personally get over the fear of high dives by practicing jumping onto a bed or pool! I would recommend it as well !!
How long have you been a Goalkeeper for ?
thank you so much for the tips and traning
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Would you teach the crossover step to a 9 year old, or wait until he's more developed? My concern is he also plays football, and we teach them to not use a crossover step as linemen, I'm afraid it might develop a bad habit if he can't differentiate the two.
It’s something I would consider as an advanced tactic and not something necessary for a 9 year old to think about, as the footwork improves and he/she deals with more crossed balls I would begin slowly introducing the cross step
Which gloves do you use as I'm looking for good gloves
Also big fan
I use mercurial touch elite hope this helps😊
Thanks
Is there any other good gloves that are a bit cheaper
Been through some Knee injuries and have developed weight and fear of going down/diving because of that. How can i overcome it?
First go to a physiotherapist and make sure you are cleared to get in goal, then start slow work up muscle by using a balancing board, PT(physical therapy) and bike riding. Then slowly get back into the game
ARS Goalkeeping Yeah checked with the Doc. Can only play football twice a month.
Before it was no running and jumping for 4 months.
Thanks 🙏🏼
Hello my name is Dennis I am goalkeeper i like your training how can I come and join with you
Can you make a review about the Puma gloves? The Green & black ones
Working on their review right now!!
@@ARSGoalkeeping thanks🙏💪
Hey bro, I've seen people teaching that the step forward at an angle isnt always the best technique. Especially if you shot is already behind you.
i think this is a good technique for beginners if I may add
This is a fundamental session, there are several "buts" and "ifs" in goalkeeping but attacking ball at a forward angle is literally the most important when starting to learn the position. There are specific situations that this changes but that's losing the forest for the tree.
Thanks for the heart! Can I have some advice?
I’m in Australia and I really want to progress onto actual club leagues.
What should I do?
I'm 26 years old and currently have a few trials with some good semi pro clubs soon .. is it late for me to turn professional in football in the near future?
well I will be honest it's A LOT harder than if you were younger but it isn't impossible. I work as an agent as my other job and have signed players as old as 28 :)
@@ARSGoalkeeping some people say it's late some people say it's not I'm confused!!
@@lovefootball6866 there's never one true answer it's all about your drive, there is a definite chance but it will be tough! You gotta work double and make every minute count on and off the field
Hey, can you do a video on how to guard your near post?
Hey alberto,
I don't know if you'll see this, but I have a quick question for you. I recently ordered the adidas predator pro model in a size 9, but de palm is a bit too tight as in it nearly hurts my hand. The fingers however are perfect lenght. So my question is; if I order a size 9,5 , are the fingers also bigger or only the palm?
I notice a lot of your videos u don’t use finger protection gloves. What do u do to keep your fingers strong.
And do U have a video on taping and preventing finger injuries?
Good eye! I dont tape or use finger saves, simple push ups,pull ups and volley to hands work with different weighted balls. A huge favorite is using medicine balls
ARS Goalkeeping do u have a video or can u make one?
I’m always jamming the middle area of the thumb between the wrist...
@@rogeryang5664 its a great suggestion ill look at how to make a video on this
ARS Goalkeeping thanks man... and keep doing what u do. Your videos are very helpful!
Awesome content
Do you have any tips for a beginner keeper trying out for a school
Hey, i am 14 years old and i really want to be a goalkeeper. Im willing to work pretty hard, but not too much and only this because i need to also focus on school. Do you think i can still become good or its not even worth trying? And what excersises can i do alone and will help me get better? Ill also sign with a club if ill feel good about it.
Hey Alberto over my break my distribution has gotten much better but my diving technique has gone out the window any tips to get back on track also I tried to join discord but I have to verify email but the message to verify doesn’t come through there any other way to get on
Nice man helped a lot 🙏🏻
looks like you're in holland here :P
wish you could coach me in person
Love from India
LOVE From Pakistan
😮😮😮
Good but where's the conpulated stuff
Do you have any email where we can get in touch with you
discord link?
Come join us at discord.gg/abeh4Xv
Am an experienced goal keeper so if u can help me get some soccer scholarship
Damnit Alberto you didn't tag me on disc.
Video posted without a premier :( I wasn't back from picking up dinner before it went live silly me
@@ARSGoalkeeping its fine noice vid mate
Iam 13 years Old i didn't play very well But i want to be a pro GK can i?
Does Episoketren System (search on google) help me improve my soccer skills? I see lots of people keep on talking about this popular training course.
awesome video, tell your camera man to stop having a seizure with the camera lol.
0:40 gloves?
Puma One Hybrid 19.1s, review coming soon :P
Adidas junior pair and it's still no it's so on my last birthday Sony of my last birthday jun 27 and I've still not got no roots on The Palm although often should do is on my gloves well the normal Brothers have given to him but they should make a little bit more panic because I was trying to get onto the ball come because my hands were hurting too much and I just thought that
thats a good point
6th
the first video to have 0 dislikes :0
spoke to early!
nvm 7 dislikes
My friends will never score a goal to me after this
Hi
Guys, is it just me or do you hate it when the only the goal area is trash and you dont wanna hurt yourself but your teammates call you a bitch. 😭
Bed
Bruh, am i the only on thats gettting annoyed by him not closing his legs when catching the ball on the ground?
Check out my video on the low smother, i dont train the k stance or barrier style in my keeper session but the low take which is an open collection much more focused on the hands