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Football skill tips - Catching

A confident keeper can take a lot of pressure off the defence by coming out to catch crosses.

When you want to hold on to a ball that is chest height or above, then you have to:

• Point your fingers upwards with your hands behind the ball
• Form a W with your thumbs and the two index, keep your hands relaxed
• When you catch the ball clutch it to your chest