Corner-kicks are one of those dimensions of a soccer game that seem to be over-looked and under-appreciated for whatever reason. Simply put, they are one of the most effective ways…
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“What kind of a goalkeeper is the one who is not tormented by the goal he has allowed? He must be tormented! And if he is calm, that means the…
The importance of talking on the field is immeasurable. Communication, like in any area of life, helps make any type of relationship work. Whether that is a romantic relationship between…
More than ever, you can watch soccer games on tv and see the excessive diving and acting involved in the game. With slow motion replays and hundreds of camera angles, every…
“Every disadvantage had got its advantage.” – Johan Cruyff, legendary Dutch player Ten Players. You have ten teammates (plus a goalkeeper). With those ten people, you can have countless formations…
Begin to appreciate styles. All of us are different. We all have different personalities, different views of what works and does not work and we all have our style. When…
On-field communication is one of the most important parts aspects of the game of soccer yet it isn’t always stressed within teams. When the topic of communication is mentioned, hardly ever does…
Once a player is given a red card and sent-off, game tactics change drastically for both teams on the pitch. Depending on the scoreline and what’s at stake, a few…
There are many components of the game of soccer that are over-looked – much like every aspect of life. The reason some players are better than others can be attributed…
It is a problem players and coaches of all levels face and often struggle with – speed. In soccer, as in many sports, teams have a very difficult time arranging…
The fullback, aka the left or right back, plays a very crucial role in modern day football. It is not to say that it never played a crucial role, it…
Creating a defensive wall when a freekick is being taken is one of the most underappreciated and misunderstood aspects of soccer. If a wall is incorrectly placed and does not…