Receiving
win yourself more time
Getting the ball under control straightaway gives you more time. More time to pass the ball out of defence. More time to make that killer through ball. More time to turn and run on goal.
Receiving on the half-turn is a important skill for everyone, but especially for midfielders.
Inside of the foot receiving
This video explains a very simple concept that is easily forgotten – the “floating leg”.
Receiving on the back foot
A minimalist video that shows how to receive on the back foot, and how it does most of the half-turn automatically.
Receiving on the half-turn
Receiving on the half-turn allows the player to make their next move without needing to take more touches.
Ten years old and every bit as valuable today as then. Receive on the back foot again, and ready to go.