How to Improve Ball Control at Home

Ball control is one of the biggest confidence builders in football.

The players who feel calm on the pitch are usually the ones who’ve had the most touches. The more familiar the ball feels, the more composed they become under pressure.

And that repetition doesn’t only happen at training.

It happens at home.

Why It Matters

Good control helps players:

• Receive the ball comfortably
• Make quicker decisions
• Play with more confidence
• Stay calm under pressure
• Control builds composure. Composure builds belief.

Simple Ways to Practise at Home

You don’t need a pitch, just consistency.

• Inside-outside touches
• Toe taps
• Wall passes
• Controlled dribbling around objects

Five minutes a day makes a difference. Those small, regular sessions add up quickly.

Because real progress isn’t built in one big moment.
It’s built through everyday touches.