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Describing position and direction on the football pitch.

Watch Watford FC mascot, Harry the Hornet, as he explains position and directions on his race through the stadium.

Keywords

Being able to describe position and give directions is important if you want to be a successful footballer or football coach.

The slideshow below features some of the keywords used to describe where something is, as well as a grid exercise filled with football items and a practical lesson in making quarter and half turns.

Activity 1

We have two levels of activity sheet for you to try - start with the easier one before trying the slightly harder one.

At each level you will need to locate pieces of football kit using your understanding of the key words for describing position and direction.

Activity 2

Have a go at these two progressive activities, where you will need to provide the directions to move footballers around the pitch.

Activity 3

Football Treasure Hunt is a fun activity that will get you on your feet to demonstrate your understanding of how to give and follow directions.

Why not also get other members of your household involved?

Activity 4

Now see how well you know turns, position and direction with this quick quiz.