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Skills Academy · Lesson 06

Rules & positions

You do not need to memorise the entire law book before your first session. Learn the few ideas that help you join in confidently.

8 minutesBeginner friendlyRepeat anytime
What to learn

Three things to focus on

  1. 01Goalkeepers can handle the ball inside their own penalty area.
  2. 02A throw-in restarts play when the whole ball crosses a touchline.
  3. 03Offside mainly prevents attackers waiting permanently behind the defence; beginner sessions will usually explain it as you play.
10-minute practice

Watch with a purpose

  1. 1Watch ten minutes of a match.
  2. 2Pick one player rather than following only the ball.
  3. 3Notice where that player moves when their team has possession.
  4. 4Notice where they move when possession is lost.
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