If the goalkeeper can win the ball, he immediately looks for options to gain space. It often makes sense for the goalkeeper to get up immediately and use the goal area to run the first few meters forward. This can also mean asserting himself in a duel. This usually opens up more options for an ejection. Even a deceptive throw-out can help to gain time and space for teammates.

A precise shot when switching quickly creates the best chances of scoring. The goalkeeper must be in a position to make the best possible save for the situation. This is only possible with a quick grasp of the situation. The goalkeeper must be aware of the players' running routes and special skills. The goalkeeper can use this knowledge to play a player with a throw-out.

Unlike the players, the goalkeeper is on the pitch for the entire duration of the game. He must therefore be able to vary his tension. When his team has the ball safely in the opponent's half, he can recover mentally. Nevertheless, he must always be on "standby" so that he can immediately build up tension again mentally. Mental training helps to regulate this tension in a short space of time.

When the game is on the offensive, the goalkeeper is allowed to recover, but his presence should always be visible. He is constantly present through his stance and observation. He is always at his post, even in unexpected situations. His body language shows his readiness.

In the event of a transition by the opponent, the goalkeeper must analyze the situation within a short period of time. How many players go on the attack? Where can the ball be played? He must assess which move is most likely and how he should position himself. The goalkeeper recognizes moves and prepares for the appropriate positioning or shift. He recognizes the opponent's most dangerous option and positions himself accordingly.

The goalkeeper keeps an eye on the game and keeps the dangerous zones up to date. Once the goalkeeper has analyzed the situation, he directs the defence. Clear communication enables a precise division of tasks. This must be encouraged and practiced beforehand. Outfield players close passing lanes and take other opponents out of the game. The goalkeeper therefore has a clear starting position and can prepare for the defense. The final opponent should be given as unfavorable a starting position as possible.

The goalkeeper must be able to immediately switch to high tension, both physically and mentally. The goalkeeper can use mental strategies and techniques to optimally increase pulse, muscle tension, perception and reaction for the upcoming action.

The goalkeeper reads the opponent's known patterns of play and knows the individual attackers. He knows who prefers to play the pass, who prefers a turn or wrist shot. The goalkeeper anticipates based on the perceived visual information. Accordingly, he grasps the situation and deduces what will happen next.

In a defensive system, each player and the goalkeeper have clear tasks. These are coordinated with each other. The blocking behavior of the field players complements the goalkeeper's defense. During the action, the goalkeeper can further promote the organization of the defense with clear instructions.

The goalkeeper decides which leg and hand position is optimal in every situation. He has quick patterns to achieve a secure defense. This should be variable so that he can decide in every action whether, for example, he wants to defend aggressively against the ball or more passively with a large area. He keeps the dangerous zones up to date. He can constantly assess what the opponent's most dangerous situation is and position himself accordingly or at least prepare his move.