The Olympics have a history spanning over 2,000 years, although the Olympics we know today were reintroduced in 1896 and have progressively added more sports to its calendar every four years.  Is soccer in the olympics? Soccer is part of the Summer Olympics, however, the age limit is set to 23 on the men’s side …

As one of the fastest-growing sports in North America, plenty of people are heading to their local stadium to take in their first MLS game. Major League Soccer might not have the cream of the crop as far as players are concerned, but it’s an affordable outing for a family or friends to take in …

Nintendo stalwart Mario is part of video game royalty, having been a much-loved fan favorite since his Jumpman appearance in the 1981 Donkey Kong game. Since Mario’s first appearance on our screens, his popularity, and the video games he has spawned, have gone from strength to strength.  From movies to Olympic Games, Mario knows a …

Even those who aren’t fans of soccer probably know one of its midfielders, even if it is only because he married Posh Spice. David Beckham and other midfielders are uniquely placed to have incredible impacts on the game of soccer in individual matches, as well as in the course of the game as a whole.  …

What Does CAM Stand for in Soccer? In soccer, the term CAM means Central Attacking Midfielder (aka Center Attacking Midfielder), and it is considered one of the most glamorous and difficult roles to play in professional soccer. Usually, a role reserved for the most gifted players, a central attacking midfielder is often a fan favorite, …

A CDM, or Central Defensive Midfielder, is the workhorse of any successful team, the player that cleans up behind fellow midfielders, a CDM is both a shield for the defense and a ball-carrying enforcer in midfield.  Every successful team, especially the successful ones, has a player that has the perfect attributes for carrying out the …

New soccer cleat material comes and goes, but a time-tested option many wears to this day is leather. The combination of comfort and playability is hard to match, even if there are more durable options available. What are the five best leather soccer cleats? While the selections might be a little smaller than in the …

Fans of the 1997 movie “The Full Monty” might remember that the “Arsenal offside trap” was used to help some rather hopeless men with their dancing skills by getting them to move into a straight line. An offside trap is a defensive technique used by multiple soccer teams the world over, and is a very …

Topic Details Total Soccer Players 275,000,000 Pro Soccer Players 128,983 Pro Soccer Clubs 3,903 FIFA Member Countries 211 Percentage of Pro Players 0.00047% Countries with Most Pro Players – Mexico 9,753 – Brazil 9,177 – England 5,935 – Argentina 3,920 – Turkey 3,693 Soccer’s Popularity Reason Low cost, size diversity, exposure, time-efficient. High Paying Sport …

Attending a soccer match can be one of the most exciting experiences for sports fans. This is especially true at the professional level in a marquee game, or an international match with a lot on the line. Soccer is one of those sports that isn’t just about sitting around and observing the game. Even older …