Transition drills

Starting the counter-attack after the save.

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High-ball claim through mannequins and distribution to a colour (Schalke 04)

Schalke 04 U19 session: the keeper claims two high balls in the six-yard box surrounded by six mannequins, breaks forward and rolls or throws to the mannequin whose colour the coach calls; the accuracy decides how many shots follow.

Advanced2–4 players15–20 min

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Hand distribution circuit to mini goals and balls on cones

The keeper advances from the line to two discs, catches a volley from the coach and distributes by hand (roll, javelin or overarm) into mini goals or to knock balls off cones placed along the sides of the box.

Basic2–4 players15–20 min

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Save and Fast Counter-Attack With a Throw to the Flank

Goalkeeper transition drill: after the save, a quick overarm throw to the winger breaking into the flank, with a striker pressing the distribution.

Intermediate5–8 players15–25 min

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