You’d agree that the soccer game deals with a lot of kicking. First, you kick the ball to pass to your teammate. Then, you kick the ball to score a goal. And when you think it’s all over, you kick the ball again to play a free kick, corner kick, or penalty kick. There is …
Soccer equipment, like that used in other sports, must be kept in good condition so that the game can be played properly by both teams and enjoyed by spectators. It’s certainly satisfying when everything goes as planned, but this requires effort on the part of everyone involved. Breaking in a soccer ball, like preparing a …
Knowing how to keep the ball in the air is one of the essential skills needed in freestyle soccer. Juggling the ball in different maneuvers that help keep the ball airborne is a skill that is achievable with dedication and persistent practice. Most moves start with juggling the ball with the feet. With time and …
Whenever the concept of getting better in soccer pops up, the first thing that comes to mind is training and drills with the ball and consistency in playing. But what about those times when you have to drill and get better at having the soccer ball? Some may even argue that you cannot improve your …
Ball Control is a vital skill in soccer, and it is even more essential when you control the ball properly while running. A soccer player’s inability to control the ball would inevitably lead to losing the ball and losing ball possessions. Over the years, just as soccer is developing, it has become increasingly crucial that …
Soccer is one of the most entertaining sports in the world for many reasons including the unique moves that soccer players can make with the ball. Dribbling with the ball is one of these moves. Dribbling, as a maneuvering technique, is essential for anyone who wants to play the game well and score goals without …
The game of soccer is more than just dribbling or passing on the field. There are numerous skills and techniques a player should effortlessly possess. It’s important to improve your ability and ball control and the right soccer skill could do that for you. Although not all soccer tricks are effective on the field, during …
Traveling is one of the most beautiful experiences you can enjoy, especially when, as a soccer player, you get to bring your soccer ball along with you. At one point in our lives, we had thought of traveling with our soccer ball but wondered if it’ll be allowed or how well to package it to …
Soccer is a constantly evolving game, and most teams across the world have over the years adopted a more possession-based style of gameplay. Hence, great emphasis is placed on gaining possession of the ball. Teams are being drilled on the art of taking the ball away from opponents, at different positions on the field of …
The game of soccer is a competitive one, there are always two teams. And each team always comes with a primary aim of coming out as the winner of the match. And this is why each team deploys every ability talent they’ve got in the team to come out the successful part. Speed is one …
The act of stopping a soccer ball, otherwise known as trapping, might look easy for anyone to do, however, it isn’t. Trapping a ball would mean the ball is already in motion coming towards you. A fast-moving ball can be dangerous if not properly controlled; add a spin to it, and you’re probably thinking of …
The vulcanized rubber soccer ball was designed in 1855 by Charles Goodyear. Since then, more innovations have been applied to modern soccer balls used in the 21st century. In recent times, soccer balls are almost available in most stores around your neighborhood. However, most of these soccer balls come at a high price. Soccer balls …
Soccer is undoubtedly one of the best sports, and the ball is a significant part of what makes it more intriguing. However, sometimes the ball can lose air due to different reasons, and one such is valve leakage. When a ball valve leaks, it causes the air inside to release in an unnoticed manner. Most …
The fun derived from playing soccer is beyond words. Some players say soccer connects the world and makes it go round. At the same time, others see soccer as the best form of entertainment. However, all these can turn sour when a soccer ball begins to leak. Although soccer is unarguably a major form of …
The Law of the Game states that a goal can be scored with the head. When a team gets a free kick or corner kick, they usually aim for their tallest players so that the player can head it into the net. Soccer players make heading the ball look easy until you try it and …
Spray painting is a painting method wherein equipment sprays coating material (ink, paint, varnish, and so forth) onto a surface through the air. The most common types atomize and direct the paint particles using compressed gas, usually air. In spray painting, hand-held airbrushes are mainly used rather than brushes in order to achieve a fine …
A curveball is one of soccer’s most spectacular marvels! When you see a winger curve a cross right to his teammate’s feet across the last defender, or you see a striker bend it like Beckham on a freekick, you stand in utter awe. And you wonder whether the player even intended for such a meticulous …
A Size 5 soccer ball, according to FIFA law 2, The Ball, weighs 420 – 450g. In pounds, that is roughly about 0.926 to 1 pound when approximated. You must, however, note that a soccer ball does not come in just one size. Likewise, the weight of a soccer ball varies depending on the size …
Generally, fear is a feeling we deal with frequently in our lives. It is always in our heads telling us what we cannot do, limiting us from enjoying our lives and telling us we have limits. This has stopped us from enjoying many opportunities as we chose to believe the fear and not do things. …
Soccer balls are meant to be kicked around a lot. This has been factored into the design process by the manufacturers, and a good quality ball should last you a long time. However, constant use would have your soccer ball experience some changes. And one of these changes might be the loss of its spherical …