Soccer drill
Sole Roll
Rolling the ball across your body with the sole trains the smooth lateral touch you use to shift the ball away from a defender and set up your next move.
How to do it
Roll the ball sideways across your body with the sole of one foot, stop it with the inside of the other, then roll it back. Keep the ball close and controlled. Take a practice run, then go for 30 seconds and record your roll count.
More drills in Ball Mastery
Baby V's Right and Left Foot
The 'baby V' — pulling the ball back and pushing it out at an angle with the same foot — builds the tight, V-shaped touch that escapes pressure and opens a new passing or dribbling angle.
Juggle (All Parts)
Free juggling across feet, thighs and head builds all-round air control and the composure to keep the ball alive from any touch.
Juggle (Feet Only)
Juggling with your feet builds the soft, balanced first touch and air control that translate directly into cushioning passes out of the air in a game.
Juggle (Head Only)
Heading repetitions build the timing, neck strength and soft contact that make controlled headers and aerial duels feel natural.
Juggle Left (Kick Catch)
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Juggle Right (Kick Catch)
Kicking the ball straight up with your right foot and catching it — no spin, without moving — grooves the clean, square laces contact that underpins juggling and striking the ball.