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GK Cutback Save — Shift, Set and React

Goalkeeper follows a ball travelling toward the byline, adjusts position and reacts to a cutback finish from the central area.

Track wide play, shift with the ball and set correctly for a central cutback finish.
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Cutback Save
Players
4
Duration
14 min
Goalkeepers
1
Equipment
Balls, Cones
Difficulty
Intermediate
Age group
U11–U18
Category
Goalkeeping
Type
Goalkeeper

Organization

Place a wide server near the byline, a central finisher around the penalty spot and the goalkeeper in goal. Server carries or receives wide, plays a cutback and the finisher strikes first or second time.

Coaching Points

Move with the wide ball without overcommitting | See both ball and central runner | Set before the shot | Stay balanced for low reaction saves | Push rebounds away from central danger

Progressions

  • Add a second finishing runner at a different depth.

Regressions

  • Predetermine the cutback location and use controlled finishing.
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