10 Football Drills You Can Do Alone at Home

You don't need a full pitch, a training partner, or expensive equipment to get better at football. Some of the most effective technical work can be done at home with nothing but a ball and a small space.

At Joner Football, we've always believed that individual technical work is the fastest way to improve. Here are 10 drills you can do alone, the same type of drills used in the Joner Football App, which has over 1,500 drills for every skill level.

1. Toe Taps

Start simple. Alternate tapping the top of the ball with the sole of each foot. Keep your head up, stay light on your feet, and gradually increase speed. This builds rhythm and coordination, the foundation of ball mastery.

2. Inside-Inside Rolls

Roll the ball from your right foot to your left using the inside of each foot. Keep the ball moving in a straight line. Focus on soft, controlled touches. Once comfortable, try it while moving forward.

3. V-Pulls

Pull the ball back with the sole of your foot, then push it forward at an angle with the inside of the same foot, creating a "V" shape. Alternate feet. This is essential for changing direction quickly in tight spaces.

4. Wall Passing: One Touch

If you have access to a wall, this is gold. Pass the ball against the wall and control it back with one touch. Alternate between inside of the foot, outside, and sole. Work both feet equally. This is one of the best first touch drills that exists.

5. Sole Rolls (Lateral)

Place your foot on top of the ball and roll it sideways using the sole. Bring it back with the other foot. Keep the ball under control at all times. Speed up as you improve.

6. Figure of Eight

Set up two markers about a metre apart (shoes, cones, water bottles, anything works). Dribble the ball in a figure-of-eight pattern around them using close touches. Use the inside and outside of both feet.

7. Weak Foot Juggling

Juggling with your weak foot is uncomfortable. That's the point. Start with one touch and catch. Then two. Then three. The goal isn't to set records; it's to build confidence and comfort on your weaker side.

8. L-Turns

Drag the ball back with the sole of your foot, then quickly push it sideways with the inside. This simulates receiving the ball and turning away from a defender. Practice on both sides until it feels natural.

9. Quick Feet Cone Weave

Line up 5 objects in a row about half a metre apart. Weave through them as fast as you can with close, controlled touches. Use the inside and outside of your foot. Time yourself and try to beat your record.

10. Receive and Turn (Wall Work)

Pass the ball against the wall. As it comes back, cushion it with your first touch in a new direction, as if a defender was behind you. Practice opening your body to receive on the half-turn. This is one of the most game-realistic drills you can do alone.

How to Structure Your Home Session

Pick 4-5 of these drills and do each one for 2-3 minutes. That gives you a solid 10-15 minute session. Do this daily and you'll see a noticeable improvement in your touch, control, and confidence within weeks.

The key is consistency. Five minutes every day beats one hour once a week.

For structured, follow-along programs that guide you through drills like these (and 1,500+ more), download the Joner Football App. It's like having a personal trainer in your pocket.

If you're based in Sydney and want to take your development further, check out our training programs at The HQ in Belrose. Or join us at one of our global training camps.