Soccer balls can last anywhere from 2 months to a few years depending on how often you play them and the material used to make the ball. Sadly, most soccer balls are not made of biodegradable materials. The earliest form of soccer balls was made from pig’s bladder and did not present any environmental hazard. …
One quality that great soccer players have in common is exceptional vision. A good vision allows you to see passes on time and know where your teammates are on the pitch. It also allows you to know when your opponent is close when you are with the ball. Key Takeaways Good vision is not an …
Soccer is so popular across the globe that it is difficult to find a country where the game doesn’t enjoy massive followership. Many countries around the globe have adopted soccer as their national sport. According to 2022 information available in the Library of Congress, it is estimated that there are about 240 million registered soccer …
Every soccer season, clubs unveil new home and away kits for their team. Countries often do the same every few years. While the unveiling of new soccer kits is always interesting to watch, it also means that your soccer jersey can go out of trend quickly. A die-hard soccer fan will soon see his or …
Soccer has a massive audience globally which is why soccer equipment and apparatuses record millions of sales every year. We are certain that the demand for jerseys and soccer balls will never stop appreciating. Key Takeaways Over 40 million soccer balls are shipped around the world every year Old soccer balls can be used as …
Everybody experiences tan lines from time to time although it is more common amongst athletes. Tan lines can be described as a visibly distinct pigmentation of the human skin usually caused by long exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Key Takeaways Tan lines are caused by exposure of the body to UV radiations from the sun …
How long your soccer cleat will last will depend on how well you clean and take care of it. When it comes to cleaning soccer cleats, there are tons of possibilities. First things first, always check with the manufacturer of your soccer cleats to know what you can or cannot do. Using a cleaning method …
Unless you don’t use your soccer cleats often, there will always come that time when they start to stink so bad that your self-esteem may become threatened. It is not a question of being carefree or not maintaining your cleats properly. Well, those may play a role in how fast your cleats will start to …
Soccer might look basic and straightforward but the moves and skillsets displayed by professional soccer players are often sophisticated. What soccer fans enjoy as fluid dribbles and skills often take months and years of hard work to perfect. Dribbling is an element of soccer that most players love engaging in regardless of their position on …
Athletes of every contact sport are prone to injuries and soccer is not an exception. Since soccer players use more of their legs than any other parts of their body, it is only natural that most of their injuries will happen to their legs. Out of all the various leg injuries that soccer players are …
From Pele to Ronaldinho, and Drogba to Ronaldo, soccer has always favored players who can display ingenuity, intelligence, and skills. Such players are idolized by upcoming players and worshiped in their home countries. They are the group of players that make soccer fun and entertaining—despite being longer than most regular sports. From the beaches of …
Soccer combines elements from other sports including running, jumping, and the ability to use your upper body to shield the ball. Since the game is getting faster, one thing that every soccer player should be cautious about is working on their speed. By practicing running faster in soccer, you will be achieving two things simultaneously. …
Soccer shoes, also widely known as cleats, are the footwear used by soccer players when participating in soccer activities. Players are mandated to wear cleats not just because it protects their feet from injuries but also because it helps them play more efficiently. Cleats are the next most prized piece of equipment in soccer aside …
Some coaches are still in doubt about the numerous benefits of strength training to soccer players. They often advise young players that lifting weights will ruin their careers by making them bulky and rigid—but that is not the reality. Strength training in soccer has undergone a lot of scrutiny and criticism from those who think …
Soccer is among the most loved sports in the world. Its massive global followership is a testament to this. Soccer is prized for its ability to spark emotions, help us stay fit, and entertain the masses. In most parts of the world, people literally equate soccer to a religion. We are yet to see another …
The Laws of the game clearly state that a professional soccer ball must be between 68cm to 70cm in circumference. Also, it should weigh between 410 to 450 grams and have a pressure of 8.5psi to 15.6psi. The combination of all these parameters and the material used in making the soccer ball means that it …
Soccer has grown to become one of the world’s biggest sports in the 21st Century. This is why many young people of distinct ages and skill levels are clamoring to engage in it. Like every other sport, soccer might seem tedious and a bit too demanding for amateurs seeking to play it professionally. Professionals may …
Soccer players like most athletes are habitually driven by an unending zeal to come out victorious during competitions. This strong desire is what causes them to push their bodies to dangerous limits. Injuries are prevalent in soccer not because the sport is naturally dangerous but mostly because players often throw caution to the wind. Although …
When it comes to soccer in America, the pay-to-play model has been one of the most discussed topics for a while. Many Americans criticize this model because it is vastly detrimental to unprivileged families who would have to pay through their teeth to make sure their kids become part of a soccer club. Most Americans …
A well-manicured field makes soccer more enjoyable to watch on the field or television. Apart from the viewers, it also makes the experience enjoyable for the soccer players too. Some soccer pitches around the world don’t have even surfaces. They usually form puddles after a heavy downpour if they don’t have a good drainage system. …
