Doodle Soccer

Doodle Soccer is the goalkeeper game Google put on its homepage for the London 2012 Olympics, and many people search for it as Google Soccer. You are the keeper: a striker takes penalty after penalty, and you dive to keep the ball out of the net. Play it here for free, in your browser, on a computer or a phone.

How to play Google Soccer

  • Press Play. The striker starts shooting straight away.
  • Move the keeper left and right to stand in the path of the ball.
  • Jump for high shots. Low shots stop when the keeper is in the way.
  • Each goal you let in adds an X to the scoreboard. Three X's and the game is over.
  • The shots get faster the longer you last. Your score is in the top corner: beat it next time.

Controls

  • Mouse: move left and right to position the keeper, click to jump.
  • Keyboard: left and right arrow keys to move, Up arrow or Space to jump.
  • Phone or tablet: drag your finger to move, tap to jump.

Tips to save more penalties

  • Move early. Stand in line with the ball before the shot arrives, not after.
  • Watch the height of the ball. Jump only for high shots, so you are not in the air when a low shot comes.
  • Stay near the middle of the goal between shots. From there you can reach both sides.
  • Keep calm when the shots speed up. Small, steady moves work better than big ones.

The London 2012 soccer doodle

Google put this game on its homepage on 10 August 2012, during the London Olympics. It was one of four Olympic doodles you could play that summer, with Hurdles, Basketball and Slalom Canoe. Outside the US the same game is called Doodle Football.

FAQ

Is Doodle Soccer free?

Yes. It runs in your browser, with no download and no sign-up.

Can I play Google Soccer on my phone?

Yes. Drag your finger to move the keeper and tap to jump.

When does the game end?

When three shots get past you. Press Play again for a new game.

Is Doodle Soccer the same game as Doodle Football?

Yes. It is the same 2012 doodle. Outside the US it was called Doodle Football.

What other Google Doodle games can I play?

Doodle Basketball is from London 2012 too. Also try Doodle Baseball, Doodle Cricket or all Google Doodle games.