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Victor Valdes' guide to shot-stopping
By Ben Welch published
Víctor Valdés Shot-stopping is the one skill a goalkeeper simply can’t do without. Learn how Manchester United’s gloveman pulls off those improbable saves

Victor Valdes' guide to winning one-on-ones
By Ben Welch published
Víctor Valdés Beat the striker by narrowing the angle and shrinking the goal, says Manchester United goalkeeper, Victor Valdes

Victor Valdes' guide to collecting crosses
By Ben Welch published
Víctor Valdés Dominate the penalty box and snatch crosses out of the sky, thanks to expert tips from Manchester United goalkeeper, Victor Valdes

Victor Valdes' guide to distribution
By Ben Welch published
Víctor Valdés Manchester United's Spanish goalkeeper reveals his secrets to becoming a playmaking shot-stopper

Victor Valdes' guide to handling
By Ben Welch published
Barcelona From daisy cutters to dodgy bounces, Manchester United's safe pair of hands tells you how to hold on to the ball

Pass with Xavi's precision: Drill one
By Ben Welch last updated
Spain Want to boss the game like Barcelona’s diminutive midfield maestro? We can help. This drill will show you how to dictate the play with airtight control and accurate distribution

Sidestep your marker like Iniesta: Drill two
By Ben Welch last updated
Barcelona Whether your team-mate gives you a perfectly weighted pass or a shovel-footed shank, you’ll be able to bring the ball under your spell and keep possession by getting this down

Quarter-back the play like Pique: Drill one
By Ben Welch last updated
Barcelona Passing, marking, reading the game: whether it’s tackling any threat or masquerading as a ball-playing midfielder, this drill will teach you how to play with the poise of Pique
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