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The association football throw in technique

The throw-in is the legal way to restart the game if the ball has gone out of play from either of the sidelines.

Stage one

  • Hold the ball with both hands and ensure that the thumbs are behind the ball and fingers are spread.
  • Hold the ball behind the head with relaxed arms and elbows bent.
  • Keep your feet shoulder-width apart.
  • Face your target.

Stage two

  • Lean back with both feet in contact with the ground.
  • Slightly bend your knees and arch your head, neck, shoulders and trunk.

Stage three

  • When ready, propel yourself forward and release the ball just as it passes your head.
  • Once the ball is released, bring your strongest leg forward and out in front of you for balance.

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