"Better formalise the goalkeeper's defensive strategy." Similar to his Vcoaching talk, FIFA expert Thierry Barnerat is a renowned specialist and researcher on the skills of the position. A video analyst for Thibaut Courtois, he shares his advice to help goalkeepers dominate one-on-ones with an attacker, between 1 and 6 metres. "The goalkeeper must first approach the attacker to close the space, then release the ball before the ball leaves the net. He must then remain upright with his upper body and finally open his legs and arms as much as possible to reduce shooting angles," says the Swiss. Three simple but decisive actions "to avoid being a victim of the duel, but to be a decisive player within it."
Goalkeepers: Thierry Barnerat, Thibaut Courtois' video analyst, gives his three tips for success in one-on-one situations / ©Icon Sport