There are more important things in life than football (not much more, but still), and one of the more important things is health, which is currently under threat following the outbreak of COVID-19. As a result of this, football all across Europe has been suspended. The Bundesliga has been suspended until April 2nd, the Premier League has been suspended until April 3rd and … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: What Does this Mean for Soccer?
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Evaluating The Art of Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander Arnold
Unless you've been living under a rock since September, you will know that Liverpool are running away with the English Premier League, and some key reasons for this is Jurgen Klopp being a tactical genius, Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah, or Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander Arnold Liverpool`s Formation Under Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool have adapted the 4-3-3 formation, with … [Read more...] about Evaluating The Art of Andy Robertson and Trent Alexander Arnold
What is the Definition of a Scrimmage in Soccer?
As a coach or even as a player you may have thought to yourself, what exactly is a soccer scrimmage? Well, it can simply be described as unstructured plays that are mostly done for practice or recreational purposes. The format of scrimmages may or may not adhere to the normal rules of the game. In many cases scrimmage activities are structured like a friendly game between two … [Read more...] about What is the Definition of a Scrimmage in Soccer?
68 Soccer Nations where Women are on Top!
The women’s game is undoubtedly becoming more and more popular worldwide and in terms of participation numbers is the biggest in the world across women’s sport.In 2015 a staggering 764 million viewers worldwide watched at least 1 minute of the women’s World Cup final making this the second most viewed FIFA competition after the Men’s final and with the next World Cup due to … [Read more...] about 68 Soccer Nations where Women are on Top!
How Big are Soccer Fields?
We all watch top level soccer and see the best players in the world demonstrating their skills on the world stage but have you ever stopped to wonder just how big are soccer fields?When we see the best players in the world hitting long passes across the full width of the soccer pitch, just how far are they hitting the ball with extreme accuracy?Would it surprise you to learn … [Read more...] about How Big are Soccer Fields?
What are the Dimensions of a Soccer Goal?
Whilst it is often taken for granted and very little thought is given to how wide a soccer goal is, it’s hard to think of another aspect of soccer which is more important! The entire game of soccer and the associated excitement factor is based around moments when the ball either goes into the goal or nearly goes in but doesn’t, and the question of how big a professional soccer … [Read more...] about What are the Dimensions of a Soccer Goal?
Motivational Pre-Game Soccer Chants
Like teams from other sports, some soccer teams use pre-game motivational chants to get themselves in the zone and to prepare mentally for the game.Why should you use pre game chants for Soccer?Going into your soccer game in the right frame of mind is essential if you want to perform at your peak and do the very best you can.Motivational chanting is proven to focus the mind and … [Read more...] about Motivational Pre-Game Soccer Chants
Funny Punishments for Losing a Game
Soccer teams are very well known for their inventiveness when it comes to coming up with funny punishments for losing a game, so we take a look at some of the most famous silly punishments in the game.In fact, such is the competitive nature of many soccer players that even losing in training sessions can be met with a variety of funny consequences.Every professional soccer team … [Read more...] about Funny Punishments for Losing a Game
How to Kick a Soccer Ball without Hurting your Foot
When you first start to play soccer it is essential that you master the art of how to kick a soccer ball without hurting your foot technique.Many players are naturally gifted at kicking the ball with one foot in particular but struggle to kick the ball properly with their ‘wrong’ foot. The best soccer players in the world are masters at kicking the ball with both of their … [Read more...] about How to Kick a Soccer Ball without Hurting your Foot
Soccer Freestyle Tricks Names and Cool Soccer Juggling Tricks
Today we're going to look at soccer freestyle tricks names that you've never heard of and show you how to master them!Freestyle soccer consists mainly of fancy tricks and moves that are loved for their entertainment value. The fancy footwork is usually quite elaborate making it enjoyable to watch. As the cool skill of soccer ball juggling continued to evolve, the past-time … [Read more...] about Soccer Freestyle Tricks Names and Cool Soccer Juggling Tricks
The Long Lost Art of the Soccer Shoulder Charge
While Soccer and NFL ‘American Football’ are very different sports, there once was a time when the sight of soccer players using their shoulders to barge opponents out of their way ‘NFL style’ was commonplace. The soccer shoulder charge is something of a lost art in the modern game having disappeared as soccer seeks to give its most skillful and attacking players more … [Read more...] about The Long Lost Art of the Soccer Shoulder Charge
Soccer 2020 – How to be a Good Right Midfielder in the Modern Game
As the game of soccer has become more and more tactical over the last 20 years and with the physical conditioning of players now far superior than before, a number of positions on the soccer field have altered greatly. Today we explore how to be a good right midfielder, taking tips from some of the greats and looking at the skills a modern right midfield player needs to succeed … [Read more...] about Soccer 2020 – How to be a Good Right Midfielder in the Modern Game
Why Lionel Messi Sucks – Is Messi Really Overrated?
So I was watching the dazzling Real Madrid wipe away the stars of Juventus easily on Saturday night, and my friend was eulogising about Cristiano Ronaldo and giving me an earful of why Lionel Messi sucks.Ronaldo scored his 104th and 105th Champions League goals keeping him on top of the all time leading scorers charts and completing a sensational season for him.However, for me … [Read more...] about Why Lionel Messi Sucks – Is Messi Really Overrated?
What Does Juventus Mean and Juve’s Many Nicknames?
Wow, what a weekend of football that was and it occurred to me as I was watching Juventus get thrashed by Real Madrid in the Champions League final, that I didn’t know so much about the history of these 2 mighty clubs, for example what does Juventus mean even???With this in mind, I thought it was time for me to do a bit of digging and find out a little bit more about the … [Read more...] about What Does Juventus Mean and Juve’s Many Nicknames?