For those who think formations and tactics don’t make a difference, try playing a lone striker against a formation that has a five-person defense; it’s not going to be easy. Picking the correct formation to counter an opponent is just one of the tools a manager must make use of if they’re going to win …
Soccer is one of the most resilient sports around; it’s also one of the most accessible; all you need is a ball and somewhere flat to play it. From kids playing soccer in a car park to the biggest soccer stadiums in the world, everyone can play the sport of kings. A soccer game rarely …
The number two jersey is most commonly associated with the right-back position in soccer. Long before modern managers made use of the two full-back positions for a more attacking lineup, the right-back was often considered the least glamorous role on the soccer pitch. Modern full-backs, such as Trent Alexander-Arnold or Kyle Walker, are now well-versed …
The number 3 position in soccer is usually reserved for the left back. However, it’s not set in stone, as there have been several world-class central defenders and even defensive midfielders who have taken the number. Some of the best defenders in history have proudly worn the number three throughout their careers, making the left …
While US soccer may not be the most popular or wide-reaching in terms of its global interest, its status has been slowing each year since its inception. Over the seasons some of the best players in the world have played in the MLS to experience what playing in front of the famous US supporters is …
There’s something solid-looking about a lineup with five defenders in it; you’d assume that with five players to get past, the opposition would have their work cut out for them. And to a certain extent, you’d be right. The primary worry with a five-person defense is that it can either be too defensive or so …
Using fitness trackers to measure your performance on the field has become an important way of learning what aspects of your game are strong and which areas need improving, making them a popular piece of equipment among professionals and amateurs alike. They can also be a vital way of monitoring a player’s health off and …
Like most team sports, running can be an integral part of being a top soccer player. Given that soccer matches can last upwards of 90 minutes at times, being a quality runner certainly is a good asset for a player to have and is something that many coaches look at closely when signing players for …
Many people suffer from issues with their feet that can cause a great deal of pain to their feet and heel areas in particular, this can often result in a prescription from your doctor for orthotic shoes insoles. These insoles work exactly like any other but differ from regular insoles in the sense that they …
From a young age, we are all taught the basics of how to communicate on the soccer field as it is one of the most important ways of creating a great team that will win matches. While there are plenty of great ways to communicate with your teammates there are also a few ways that …
One of the biggest soccer teams in the world, the famous red jerseys of Liverpool FC are known by fans across the globe. Their vivid colorways and designs have long been loved by fans of the sport, with their rivals often being left with jerseys less distinctive than the Merseyside-based giants. Liverpool has been in …