When it comes to practical training I think of the things you’re going to do most in a game. First touch and passing are the two main things you want to always work on. Pro players do this a few times per week because it’s light physically and heavy technically. No matter how good you are the desire to improve…
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When it comes to defending corner kicks you want to make sure your team is all on the same page. Some teams man mark, while other play zone. Both are good, but if you do zone everyone better be ready to move and protect your area. A mix of zonal and man marking is what I prefer. The best players…
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When talking tactics in soccer/football it’s important to know the basics. Below, you’ll learn what both youth and professional teams do. The terms and ideas are the same, but it’s important to know the expectations for both. Technical ability plays the biggest role along with soccer IQ and experience. Formations regarding soccer tactics Firstly, formations depend on the age… Learn…
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If you’re looking to learn more about a soccer coaching license make sure you know the many options. Some coaches have multiple certificates. Example: You can get a national coaching license in the US, UK, AUS, GER, ARG or many other countries. Below you’ll learn the different levels in the U.S. plus options in others parts of the world. US…
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Many of the best professional athletes were late bloomers, not even making the HS varsity team, getting scholarship or being drafted. It’s important to know that some people develop late. Whether that be physically, technically or in regards to sports maturity. SEO Title: Athletes Who Started Late – Great Late Bloomers Who Went Pro Focus Keyphrase: athletes who started late…
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When I was a teenager I would always wonder what exact part of the foot to use when kicking and controlling the ball. Most coaches are not teaching it and I know because almost none of the club players know. It’s like nobody ever thinks about it… There are certain pinpoint parts of the feet that will give you more…
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One thing that I love about futbol is every game is different… With 22 players on the field [depending on age] sharing one ball, the movement off the ball is so important. Moving defenders with movements, dribbling and passing is vital if you want to get more possession and score more goals. Moving off the ball Checking to and away,…
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