The Split (Espacate) in Futsal and in Soccer

The “split” (espacate) used to be a “reaction technique” in Futsal.
It is now used in Futsal as a “blocking technique” as well. (this means that the goalkeeper executes the split shape before the opponent shoots).
As you can see in the video, soccer goalkeepers are also now using the “split” as both a reaction and blocking technique.
Once upon a time, it was “wrong” to use the feet to make a save. Time changes, soccer evolves, and now feet are seen as an important resource (when used in the right context).
Stay tuned for more! Soccer Powered by Futsal, “The Modern Goalkeeper: From Futsal to Soccer” is coming soon and covers a wide variety of aspects related to the transfers between Futsal and soccer.
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[@alexandrecontarelli9126]

Muito interessante!!! Não era utilizado no futebol de campo na minha época.

[@Halljl50]

Cool :)