They say that scoring a goal is the hardest thing to do in soccer, there are players trying to take you down, a goalkeeper to get past, the expectations of the crowds. Everything is against you, time and space are at a premium, which is why those that can score are so coveted and revered. …
Here are the average heights for each position based on the best players in the world (players participating in the FIFA World Cup 2018) Position Average Height Goalkeeper 188cm (6‘2“) Defender 183cm (6‘0“) Midfielder 180cm (5‘11“) Striker 181cm (5‘11“) Soccer is, and should always be, a game for everyone. Regardless of age, race, nationality, sex, …
An absolutely incredible list of some of the greatest players of all time graces our who’s who of the greatest free-kick takers in world soccer. There is something special about a free-kick specialist, perhaps it’s the anticipation that surrounds the potential for an imminent goal, the game pauses, the fans sense the atmosphere tensing, your …
Since soccer is a game that is played predominantly with the feet and legs, it may seem strange that soccer players tape their wrists. Only the goalkeeper is allowed to interact with the ball using their hands, but many players on the field have their wrists taped. Why do soccer players tape their wrists? First …
Not many people can claim to be the best in the world at what they do, sometimes they may be acknowledged as great, or even at the peak of their profession, basking in the knowledge that they have achieved everything they dreamed of. Even fewer are acknowledged as the best of all time, you could …
Everyone loses their temper once in a while, and in competitive sports, the will to win can bring out the best and the worst in players. But for some players, being the bad boy of their team, even their entire league, becomes an obsession. Being sent off can have a crippling effect on a team’s …
Glory and fame are the things that soccer players can achieve by being the best in the business. They play for the love of the game when young, and love the adoration of their fans. The money is great too, but for the best of the best there is only one thing that counts, and …
Fans of the MLS, may not be familiar with the idea of relegation and promotion, as it is a construct that doesn’t exist in American sport in general. In this article, I will explore the concept in greater detail and explain why it plays such an integral part in soccer all around the globe. What …
The fact that many American players are plying their trade throughout world soccer is a huge plus for the continued growth of US soccer, with domestic leagues now becoming much stronger, fans are flocking to games in record numbers. US clubs are now rocketing in value, with the perceived increase in interest as the 2026 …
The modern midfielder has to be all of these things and more, as with every other position on a soccer field, each player must have more than one string to their bow to succeed. Do you see yourself as your teams’ midfield engine room? How about an elegant playmaker, gliding across the turf with the …
