If you are a soccer lover, you must have noticed that nowadays, players’ jersey numbers no longer have to correspond to their traditional positions on the field. This is arguably one of the most conspicuous changes in the evolution of soccer, whereby you can no longer tell the game strategy by simply looking at the players’ names and numbers on a TV line-up. This trend … [Read more...] about The False 9
The Defensive Holding Midfielder
The defensive midfielder is the player who brings displeasure to the opposing team by suddenly stopping an attacking move. Though slightly different in terms of their roles, the holding or defensive mid normally acts as the missing jigsaw piece between the attack and defense units in a soccer team. Even though most of the accolades get directed to the resolute defenders … [Read more...] about The Defensive Holding Midfielder
The Winger
Whether you are a coach, a seasoned soccer player or you’re just starting at soccer, there are some crucial principles you will have to understand intimately in order to be effective at your roles. For instance, as a player you must always seek to play in the position that will best showcase your skills and talents. As a coach, it is your job to figure out what position a … [Read more...] about The Winger
A Guide to the Most Expensive Soccer Cleats
In 2010, 3 pairs of soccer cleats, which were encrusted with over 7,500 precious stones and had been worn by the England trio of Rio Ferdinand, John Terry and Wayne Rooney went to auction and were expected to raise a total of $500,000 for the Live the Dream Foundation. This would have made these the most expensive soccer cleats in history, if it wasn't for the auctioneer who … [Read more...] about A Guide to the Most Expensive Soccer Cleats
The Best Soccer Cleats for Turf Fields
Every craftsman chooses their tools carefully, and with specific reasons. For instance, even though the shoe does not make the player, soccer players will always go for the best cleats for their position and personal preference. For example, when playing on artificial ground, you should find the best soccer cleats for turf fields in order to get the best performance and … [Read more...] about The Best Soccer Cleats for Turf Fields