How to Draw Soccer Players

Do you want to draw a soccer player just for fun or for a project? Read this article for detailed steps on how to draw a soccer player.

Method 1
Method 1 of 4:

Drawing a Striker (Forward)

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    Draw a stick figure of a soccer player in a kicking position. Take note of joint locations.
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    Add volume to your stick figure.
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    Draw his uniform. Usually, it is a shirt and shorts. Draw the socks and shoes.
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    Draw the details to the face and hair. Sketch a soccer ball.
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    Erase unnecessary lines.
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    Color your drawing.
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Method 2
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Drawing a Goalkeeper

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    Draw a stick figure of your soccer player in guarding position. Take note of joint locations. Also remember that since he is the Goalkeeper, his stance should be slightly widened.
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    Add volume to your stick figure.
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    Draw the uniform. The top is usually long sleeved. Draw socks that are knee length and soccer shoes.
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    Draw the face and the hands. Make the hands thick because he is wearing gloves.
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    Draw the hair and erase unnecessary lines.
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    Color your drawing.
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Method 3
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Drawing a Running Player

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    Using basic shapes, create a skeleton figure of your player and the ball.
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    Roughly sketch the details of the player and ball.
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    Draw the finer details that represent the portrait, body, clothes and the action of the figure.
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    Erase the rough sketch lines and finalize the details.
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Method 4
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Drawing a Player That's Kicking

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    Using basic shapes, create a skeleton figure of your player and the ball.
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    Roughly sketch the details of the player and ball.
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    Draw the finer details that represent the portrait, body, clothes and the action of the figure.
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    Erase the rough sketch lines and finalize the details.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    How do I draw Mbappe?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Find a picture of him in Google Image Search and use that as a reference for your picture.
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Things You'll Need

  • Paper
  • Pencil
  • Pencil sharpener
  • Eraser
  • Colored pencils



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Co-authors: 26
Updated: February 21, 2023
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Categories: Drawing People
Article SummaryX

To draw soccer players, start by lightly sketching stick figures to get the basic lines down on paper, then add volume to the figures. Next, sketch in uniform details to demonstrate the position of each figure, such as giving a goalkeeper knee length socks and gloves. Then, add the finer details, like the hair and facial expressions. Lastly, erase any unnecessary lines and add color to your drawing! For tips on adding other details that demonstrate a player's position, read on!

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