FAM GRASSROOTS

GOALKEEPING COACHING
WISMA FAM, KELANA JAYA
22-23 FEBRUARY 2020
WELCOME TO
THE COURSE!
 Kris Yong
(National U-23 & U-19 Goalkeeper Coach)

Coaching Qualification:
ü AFC Elite Goalkeeping Instructor
ü AFC ‘A’ Licence
Azmin Azram Abdul Aziz
(National Senior Goalkeeper Coach)
Former National Goalkeeper (1995 - 2006)

Coaching Qualification:

ü AFC Goalkeeping Instructor

ü AFC/FAM GK Coaching Certificate Level 3
ü AFC ‘A’ Licence
Khairul Azman Mohamed
Former National Goalkeeper (1991 - 1997)
Named as Asia Best Goalkeeper (1995)
Former JDT Goalkeeper Coach

Coaching Qualification:
ü AFC/FAM GK Coaching Certificate Level 3
ü AFC ‘B’ Licence
 Samuel Siew
Head of Grassroots, FAM

Coaching Qualification:
üEnglish FA International Certificate
üAFC ‘C’ Coaching License
üAFC Futsal ’Level 1’
 Day 1 – Course Schedule

Time Session
7:30 a.m. Registration

8:00 a.m. Welcome remarks Introduction to the course by the Course Educators

8:15 a.m. Introduction to Grassroots GoalkeepingModel Sessions (Practical)

11.00 a.m. Reflection on the morning sessions
12:00 p.m. Lunch

- Role of a Coach -Understand the important part a goalkeeping coach will play in the
development of the players
1:00 p.m. - Understanding how players Learn
-Sharing their experiences - Coach Azmin Azram & Coach Khairul Azman
- Q&A (Panel of GK Coach Educators)

Session Planner & Group Planning - Coaches will be pair up in groups to plan for the delivery
3:30 p.m.
of a coaching session during Day 1 & 2

4.00 p.m. Hi-Tea Break

4:30 p.m. Group Delivery of Sessions - Practical (Group 1 - 4)

6:30 p.m. Summary Session & Reflection (End of Day 1)
 Day 2 – Course Schedule

Time Session

7:30 a.m. Field Setup

8.00 a.m. Group Delivery of Sessions (Group 5 - 8) with U12 model GKs

Reflection on the morning sessions

10:30 a.m.
Summary Session & ReflectionNext Steps

Closing Ceremony & Certificate Presentation by YH Dato’ Seri Subahan Kamal FAM
12:00 p.m. Deputy President and Chairman of the Technical and Youth Development Football
Committee

12.30 p.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m. End of the course

 Course Grouping

Group 1
Muhammad Nasri Bin Abd Razak Rahim Bin Mohamad

Nurul Azurin Binti Mazlan Baharuddin Bin Mohamad

Mohammad Noor Xaverius

Mohd Feizal Md Shariff
Sanga@Francis

Mohd Sharifuddin Bin Abdul Nasir Fakrul Hazely Bin Ismail

 Course Grouping

Group 2
Mohd Ashraf Bin Abu Bakar Maswita Binti Mohd Salikon

Syed Mohd Hafizi Azrul Haniff Bin Basuki

Loo Suan Hui Mohamad Farid Bin Mohamad Nasir

Muhammad Fitri Yahaya Zulkapri Bin Harun

 Course Grouping

Group 3
Ahmad Hassan Bin Malik Fitriah Binti Osman
Muzaffar Shah B Dzulkafli Ridzwan Bin Mohamed Bakri
Mohd Hilmi Bin Jalil Anpaalagan Supramanian
Mohd Amir Firdaus Bin Alias Mohd Shafiq Bin Abd Majid
Mohd Natashah Bin Ismail
 Course Grouping

Group 4
Khuzaimah Binti Mezelan Mohd Amin Bin Mohd Amir

Wan Salman Bin Drahman Mohd Adi Ezani Bin Abdul Rahim

Hashim Bin Ahmad Mohd Syafiq Bin Abdullah Hashim

Kumaravel Al Subrayan Wan Muhammad Akmal Afiq

 Course Grouping
Group 5
Mohamad Azuan Hussain Mohd Shahnizman Bin Mohd Saad

Basker Tharmar Ahmad Famy Bin Md Yaacob

Mohd Nasarudin Nasir Irwan Bin Jamil

Mazuan Bin Abdul Malik Mohammad Faizal Bin Ramli

Mohd Fadzrin Bin Abd Rahim

 Course Grouping
Group 6
Mohd Zaki Bin Tumpang Hendrew Bin Brani

Panerselvam A/L A.Ratnam Mohamad Firdaus Bin Abd Ghani

Kamarul Hazlan Bin Yunus Mohammad Aysrani Bin Durani

Mohd Firdaus Bin Rosli Navindra Arul Shanthiran

Vs Radha Krishna Sree Ramulu

 Fun
“Football has to be fun for kids or it
doesn't make sense.”

Johan Cruyff
 Course Objectives
The Goalkeeper coach will be able to:

Ø Understand the Role of the Goalkeeping Coach.

Ø Understand the Role of the young Goalkeeper.
Ø Develop and improve the young goalkeepers’ techniques.
Ø Organize progressive “Technical” and “Functional” practices.
Ø Maintain the health and safety of the players and other
coaches.
Ø Maintain the high standards of conduct to promote Malaysian
Football.
 Course of Training and Assessment

a) Theory:

Ø The Goalkeeping Coach.

Ø Planning, Preparing and Evaluating Coaching Sessions.
Ø The Coaching Styles.
Ø The Coaching Process.
Ø How Do Goalkeepers Learn?
Ø Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
Course Introduction
 Course of Training and Assessment
b) Practical Sessions:

Ø Warm-ups
Ø Footwork
Ø Shot Stopping
Ø Block Saves
Ø One v One
Ø Dealing with Low Crosses and High Crosses
Ø Distribution : Throwing and passing
1. Qualities of a Grassroot GK Coach
Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach
• Knowledge of the role.
• Understand how players learn.
• Plan, prepares and evaluates coaching sessions
• Good observation skills.
• Diagnoses key faults.
• The ability to demonstrate – credibility!!
• Good coaching manner.
• Various and relevant coaching styles
ü Command
ü Question and answer
ü Guided discovery
• Ability to inspire and motivate.
• Consistent – No favoritism!!!
• Organized!! Reliable!! Enthusiastic!!
2. Planning and Preparing a
Coaching Session
 THEORY

1. The Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach

2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Sessions
3. The Coaching Styles
4. The Coaching Process
5. How do Goalkeepers Learn?
6. The Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Session

Questions to ask yourself when planning a "Coaching Session"

ü What time do I have available ?

ü What are the weather conditions ?
ü What surface am I coaching on ?
ü Who am I coaching ? age – ability – fitness etc.
ü What topic am I coaching -What will be my progressions ?
ü Am I coaching an individual, a group of GK’s, a unit or a team ?
ü What style of coaching will be most appropriate ?
ü How many players will I require for the session ?
2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Session

Questions to ask yourself when planning a "Coaching Session"

Questions (Cont.)

ü Which players are required for specific roles ?

ü Is the session to be opposed / unopposed or conditioned ?
ü Do I need offside lines or target areas ?
ü What is the size of the coaching area I need to use ?
ü What area of the pitch do I need to use ?
ü Are there any distractions ?
ü What equipment do I need ? Goals, balls, bibs and discs.
ü Where is the best “Coaching Position” to observe the session ?
 THEORY

1. The Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach

2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Sessions
3. The Coaching Styles
4. The Coaching Process
5. How do Goalkeepers Learn?
6. The Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
3. Coaching Styles
 THEORY

3. The Coaching Styles

1. Command :

“In this particular situation, you need to use this technique”.

Advantages :
Clear - Concise - Instant - Standard - Assertive.

Disadvantages
One-way process - The goalkeeper does not make any
decisions - The goalkeeper may not agree with you
 THEORY
3. The Coaching Styles

2. Question and Answer :

“In that situation, what might have been the more appropriate
technique” ? - followed by a verbal response from the goalkeeper.

Advantages :
The coach gets feedback of the goalkeeper’s knowledge - The
goalkeeper now makes the decision - The coach can now see if the
goalkeeper is taking on board the information.

Disadvantages :
Too many questions, it becomes too long a process - Arguments -
Confrontational.
 THEORY
3. The Coaching Styles
3. Guided Discovery :

“Can you show me the technique which might have been more
appropriate in that situation“ ? – followed by an explanation and
demonstration by the goalkeeper.

Advantages :
Stimulates innovation - The coach can learn from the goalkeeper -
The goalkeeper feels that he/she is contributing to the session.

Disadvantages :
The goalkeeper might not know the answer - Embarrassment in front
of team mates!
4. The Coaching Process
 THEORY

1. The Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach

2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Sessions
3. The Coaching Styles
4. The Coaching Process
5. How do Goalkeepers Learn?
6. The Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
 THEORY
4. "The Coaching Process"
1. Stop :
Stop the practice as soon as you have identified the problem. Keep all the
players and the ball in the same positions.

2. Explanation :
A short explanation as to what the problem is.

3. Demonstration :
Demonstrate to show a clear picture. Ideally demonstrate at match tempo.
Ensure the service is the same as the goalkeeper had to deal with - have the
ball thrown for you to recreate the same service if need be.

4. Rehearsal :
Now recreate with the goalkeeper using the same service. Ensure all the players
play “Live” when you recreate.
5. How do Young Goalkeepers Learn?
 THEORY

1. The Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach

2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Sessions
3. The Coaching Styles
4. The Coaching Process
5. How do Goalkeepers Learn?
6. The Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
 THEORY
5. How do Young Goalkeepers Learn?
By……….

ü Watching good players live or on video.

ü Seeing good demonstrations.
ü The coaches detailed instruction.
ü Good coaching practice – structured and progressive.
ü Positive and regular encouragement.
ü Formal and informal discussions.
ü Listening to other goalkeepers.
ü Listening to other coaches.
 THEORY
5. How do Young Goalkeepers Learn? (cont.)
By……….

ü Having feedback on your sessions.

ü Having role models.
ü Correct and frequent practice.
1. Results – seeing improvement in their performance.
ü Being challenged – harder tasks and targets.
ü Playing with and against better players.
1. Making mistakes and learning from them.
ü Asking questions and by reading.
ü Problem solving.
 THEORY

1. The Qualities of a Grassroot Goalkeeping Coach

2. Planning and Preparing Coaching Sessions
3. The Coaching Styles
4. The Coaching Process
5. How do Goalkeepers Learn?
6. The Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

VIII. Key Coaching Points of Goalkeeping

a) The “Set Position”
b) The “Scoop” technique.
c) The “Cup” Technique
d) The “W” Technique
e) The “Collapsing Save”.
f) The “Low Diving Save”
g) The “High Diving Save”
h) One v One : Diving at Feet
i) Dealing with Crosses
j) Distribution : Throwing
k) Distribution : Passing
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
a) The “Set Position”
Coaching Points:
1. The feet should be approximately shoulder width
apart.

2. The weight should be on the front half of the feet

ensuring a balanced position.
3. The body weight needs to be slightly forward.
4. The knees need to be slightly flexed with the hips
square to the ball.

5. Keep the head still and keep “the nose in front

of the toes”.
6. The elbows need to be narrow with the chest
facing the ball.
7. The hands need to be in front of the bodyline and
approximately ball width apart. “Prepare the
hands early”
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
b) The “Scoop” Technique
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in relation to the
ball.
Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which technique will be most
appropriate – “Scoop” Technique.
• Collapse at the knees to the “K” position.
• Open the palms up to face the ball with the
fingers spread.
• Lead with the hands which brings the
bodyweight forward.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)

5. Keep the head still and the eyes focused on the

ball.
6. Bring the shoulders forward over the hands.

7. The elbows need to be slightly flexed to cushion

the impact of the ball.
8. “Soft hands – Strong wrists”.
9. As the palms make contact with the ball, scoop the
ball into the chest whilst bringing the bodyweight
forward and “Complete the save”.
10. “Recovery saves” to gather the ball if the ball
comes off the goalkeeper.
11. “Recovery lines” to defend the goal if that is the
better option.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
c) The “Cup” Technique
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in relation to the
ball.
• Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which technique will be most
appropriate – “Cup” Technique.
1. Once the ball has been struck avoid as little
body movement as possible.
• Whilst in a balance “Set Position”, the
footwork may need to be adjusted slightly
laterally as the ball travels towards the
goalkeeper.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)
3. Keeping the chest square to the ball the hands
need to be brought forward in front of the bodyline.
4. “Prepare the hands early”.
5. The elbows need to be tucked in with the palms
facing up and the fingers spread

6. “Soft hands – Strong wrists”.

7. The feet now need to be planted solidly in
preparation for the catch.
8. On impact the ball is taken into the midriff with the
palms securing the ball.

9. “Recovery saves” to gather the ball if the ball

comes off the goalkeeper.
10. “Recovery lines” to defend the goal if that is the
better option.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
d) The “W” Technique
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in relation to the
ball.
• Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which technique will be most
appropriate – “W” Technique”
1. The hands from being in front of the line of the
body need to be brought into the line of the
trajectory of the ball with the chest square
• The hands are prepared with the palms facing
the ball with the fingers spread and the
thumbs forming the “W” shape
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)
3. The elbows need to be slightly flexed to act as
“shock absorbers” when the contact of the hands is
made with the ball.
4. The contact with the ball needs to be made
approximately “15 –18 inches” in front of the body,
as demonstrated by Paul Robinson in the
photograph on the right.
5. “Soft hands – Strong wrists”.
6. “Keep the eyes on the back of the ball”.
7. “Recovery saves” to gather the ball if the ball
comes off the goalkeeper.
8. “Recovery lines” to defend the goal if that is the
better option.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
e) The “Collapsing Save”
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in
relation to the ball.
• Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which
technique will be most appropriate –
“Collapsing Save” Technique”.

The “Collapsing Save” Technique is used when the ball is played down the
side of the body but close to the feet. If the goalkeeper does not have the time to
move into line and use the “Scoop” technique, then this is the most appropriate
way to deal with this ball.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)
1. The goalkeeper needs to collapse at the knees at the same time as ensuring that
the nearest or leading hand goes behind the line of the ball. ( in the example
shown the nearest or leading hand would be the left hand)
2. The right hand would follow the left hand ensuring that the bodyweight comes
forward in preparation for contact with the ball.

3. As shown in the picture – The left hand goes behind the ball with the right hand
securing it on top – “Soft hands – Strong wrists”.
4. The bodyweight now follows naturally in behind the ball to make a second
barrier.
5. In the ideal situation the contact with the ball would be made in front of the body
with the elbows slightly flexed and tucked in.
6. The head is then placed in behind the ball with the eyes focused to ensure the
ball is secured.
7. In the event of the ball coming off the goalkeeper is there a “recovery save” or
the goalkeeper making a “recovery line” to defend the goal.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
f) The “Low Diving Save”
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in
relation to the ball.
• Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which
technique will be most appropriate –
“Low Diving Save” Technique”.

Once it is determined that the ball is struck wide of the goalkeeper, the decision
needs to be made as to whether the goalkeeper has the opportunity to move
his/her feet to get into line of the ball. If this is not possible then the “Low Diving
Save” Technique needs to be implemented.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)

1. The Goalkeeper needs to “step” towards the line of the ball with the nearest foot.
2. By making the initial step it brings the bodyweight slightly forward in preparation to
make the save.
3. With the leg slightly flexed and the bodyweight transferred onto it, the goalkeeper will
now have the power to dive to his / her side whilst bringing the bodyweight forward.

4. As the weight is transferred to the leg, the hands and bodyweight follow.
5. The hands should be approximately ball width apart ( “Handcuffs” ) with the fingers
spread and move together towards the line of the ball with the fingers spread in the W
formation.
6. If the ball arrives along the ground, the leading hand, in this case the left hand, needs
to go behind the ball with the right hand securing it on top, as in the photograph
above.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)

7. The elbow needs to be tucked in to ensure that the ball is secured safely and to
avoid injury.
8. All impact is taken on the side of the body and the shoulders.
9. The head then follows in behind the hands.
10. Deflecting to safe areas - Strong wrists / Big palm.

11. “Recovery saves” to gather the loose ball or “Recovery lines” to defend the goal.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
g) The “High Diving Save”.
Coaching Points:
• The goalkeepers’ starting position in
relation to the ball.
• Movement into line of the ball.
• The Set Position as the ball is struck.
• The Assessment as to which
technique will be most appropriate –
“High Diving Save” Technique”.

Once it is determined that the ball is struck wide of the goalkeeper, the decision
needs to be made as to whether the goalkeeper has the opportunity to move
his/her feet to get into line of the ball. If this is not possible then the “High
Diving Save” Technique needs to be implemented.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)

1. The Goalkeeper needs to “step” towards

the line of the ball with the nearest foot.
2. By making the initial step it brings the
bodyweight slightly forward in preparation
to make the save.

3. With the leg slightly flexed and the

bodyweight transferred onto it, the
goalkeeper will now have the power to dive
to his / her side whilst bringing the
bodyweight forward.

4. As the weight is transferred to the leg, the

hands and bodyweight follow.
5. The hands should be approximately ball
width apart ( “Handcuffs” )
6. The hand position is the “W” technique.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)
7. The elbows are now flexed as in the
photograph.
8. The eyes are focused on the ball
between the flexed elbows.
9. Securing the ball on impact as the
body hits the floor.
10. The technique of “Deflecting” to safe
areas – “Strong wrists - Big palm”.
11. The techniques of “Parrying” to safe
areas.

12. “Recovery saves” to gather the ball.

13. “Recovery lines” to defend the goal.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
h) One v One : Diving at Feet
Coaching Points:
• Goalkeepers starting position in relation to
the ball.
1) Priority 1 is to defend the goal.
2) Priority 2 is to defend the space
between the goalkeeper and the
defenders.
• Is there pressure on the ball ?
• The goalkeepers’ stance in anticipation of
the through ball – being on the front foot.
• Assessment of the through ball - Advance
or defend the goal ?
• If the decision is to advance - be positive –
safety first – clear the lines.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)

If staying to defend the goal.

• Put onus on the attacker.
• Make forward movements only when the ball is out of
the attackers’ feet.
“Delay and Stay big”.

• Force the attacker wide if possible.

• Communication – role of recovering defender.
The Techniques of “Smothering” or “Diving at feet”.
• Lead with the hands taking the bodyweight forward.
• Tuck the head in behind the hands.

• A big barrier - “Physical Courage”.

 AFC COACH EDUCATION
i) Dealing with Crosses
Coaching Points:
• Starting position in relation to the ball and the
goal.
Priority 1 - Defend the goal.
Priority 2 - Defend the space between the
goalkeeper and the defenders.

• Stance and body language of the goalkeeper

needs to be “Positive”.
• Assessment of the flight of the ball.
• Decision of whether to come for the ball or let
the defenders deal with it.

• Communication of the goalkeepers decision –

“Loud, clear, calm and concise”.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Coaching Points (cont.)
Away !
• Goalkeeper recovers to defend the goal.
• Communication to defenders – Pushing out / marking positions.
Keeper !
• Angle and speed of the goalkeepers’ approach – quickest and shortest route.

• Timing and angle of the goalkeepers take off - take off inside leg if possible.
• Technique of catching at the highest and safest point – “elbows slightly flexed and
see the ball into the hands”.
• If the goalkeeper needs to punch the ball – “height, distance and width”.
• Two fisted or one fisted – “through the bottom and the middle of the ball” .

• Recovery lines to defend the goal – appropriate footwork.

• The roles of the defenders : “Communication, Protection and Covering the
goal”.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

j) Distribution: Throwing

Standardisation of Terminology :
1. Roll :
• Used over short distances.
• Lower the body, and with the arm extended roll
the ball underarm at a low trajectory.
• It ensures that the ball arrives quickly and
accurately and easier to control for the
receiver.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Standardization of Terminology (cont.)

2. Javelin :
• Used over medium distances and very effective at getting to the receiver
quickly.
• Wide base ensures that the throw arrives with good pace.
• Good upper body strength is needed to use this technique effectively.

• The ball is thrown from the chest with the elbow flexed and then extended
quickly.
3. Side-arm :
• Often used when throwing into wide areas over longer distances.
• A wide stance with the ball travelling at a lower trajectory than the javelin
throw.
• Often used to throw to the space in front of players.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Standardization of Terminology (cont.)

4. Over-arm :
• Used to by-pass players, i.e. to throw over midfield players and into the
strikers.
• Used over longer distances to exploit spaces behind and down the side of the
defenders.

• A wider stance is now needed to give you the “base” to propel the ball over
long distances.
• Lead with opposite hand and with a bowling technique release the ball at the
top of the follow through.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
k) Distribution: Passing
Standardization of Terminology:
1. Drill :
• Used to pass the ball over distances
between 20 and 40 yards.
• The ball is drilled just off the ground
arriving at the receiver below the shins.

2. Wedge :
• Used to by-pass players over the same distances.
• Ideally the ball now needs to be lofted so arriving at the receiver without
bouncing.
3. Drive :
• Used to pass the ball over the longest distances e.g. Passing long diagonals.
• Goal kicks etc.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Standardization of Terminology (cont.)
4. Volley :
• When the ball is thrown from the hands and struck in front of the body prior to it
hitting the floor.
• Used to play over long distances but lacks accuracy.
5. Side-volley :
• Favoured by the Latin and South American goalkeepers.
• Volleyed from outside the line of the body similar to how an outfield player would
volley the ball.
• Goes at a flatter trajectory and easier for the receiver to control when played over
the longer distances.
6. Half-volley :
• Delivered from the hands and the ball is struck as it “hits the floor”.
• Often used when passing long especially when playing into a strong wind. The
benefit of using this technique, is that the trajectory is lower than either the volley
or the side – volley.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION
Standardization of Terminology (cont.)
6. Half-volley (cont.) :
• An accurate technique and the flight is true therefore easier to control for the
receiver.
7. Dribble and Drive :
• The goalkeeper once in possession and decides to dribble the ball out of the
penalty area and drive the ball over longer distances.
• Often used to exploit the opposition if they are poor headers of the ball.
• The most accurate and probably the most favoured technique used by today’s
goalkeepers.
8. Fly kick :
• Playing the moving ball first time and long, as when clearing a back pass or
when advancing off the line to clear a through ball played over the defence.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

IX. The Psychological Aspects of Goalkeeping

“The more I think about Goalkeeping

the more I come to believe that this aspect
of the position is as vital as the Physical,
Technical and Tactical attributes that are
required. Let’s face it, in most games they
have little to do physically, so the major part
of their game is what is going through in
their mind, and these are six
“Psychological” aspects they need to be
on top of”.

Ray Clemence
National Goalkeeping Coach
England FA
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

The Six Psychological Aspects of Goalkeeping are:

1. Confidence
2. Concentration
3. Composure
4. Commitment
5. Courage (Mental)
6. Courage (Physical)
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

The Six Psychological Aspects of Goalkeeping

1. Confidence
“Confidence is everything for the goalkeeper. If they have this, they will
play with a presence and assurance that will give the rest of the team
belief that it will take something special to beat them”.
2. Concentration
“Concentration is vital to be able to shut out the entire off the field
distractions, and enable the goalkeeper to make the correct decisions,
whether it is the first minute or the last”.
• Composure
“If the goalkeeper can stay composed when their team are under
pressure it shows that they are in control of the situation and will have a
calming affect on the team”.
 AFC COACH EDUCATION

The Six Psychological Aspects of Goalkeeping

4. Commitment
“The goalkeeper needs to show a commitment to training and matches
which gives them the best possible chance of keeping a clean sheet on a
match day”.
5. Courage (Mental)
“The goalkeeper needs to have the mental strength to overcome any
mistake they make and not dwell on it, and therefore letting it affect their
performance”.
• Courage (Physical)
“The goalkeeper needs to have the physical courage to put themselves
into situations i.e. dealing with crosses, 1 v 1 etc, without any thought
about the possibility of injury which can arise from them”.
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