Soccer Rules: Positions, Tactics and Gear Selection Guide

Soccer player numbers often correlate to specific positions and tactical roles on the field. Learn the official Fifa handball rules and how to choose the best soccer shoes from Nike, Puma, or Adidas.

Women's soccer

The Average Height of a Female Soccer Forward

Height can be an important aspect in all forms of athletics. A women's soccer forward is at times required to win aerial challenges and head ball toward the goal. Height can also help a soccer forward win battles with defenders for loose balls.

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Football Soccer Tactics & Skills

Soccer players must learn fundamental skills and tactical awareness to succeed during competitive games. Important soccer skills to master include ball control, passing, dribbling, shooting and defending.

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10 Best Soccer Moves to Beat a Defender

Certain soccer moves act as tools for an attacker to beat defenders, or create space during a soccer game to perform a successful pass or shot. Soccer moves can help a soccer offense get in behind the opposition defense to score or create goals.

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How to Do Cool Soccer Tricks

Soccer tricks are fun and can also develop your control of a soccer ball. Soccer freestyle is a growing trend, with skillful freestylers who put on exhibitions of juggling and inventive tricks. The best way to learn is through practice and repetition.

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Soccer Player Kicking Ball into Goal

Soccer Striker Training Tips

The soccer striker is the goal-scorer on a soccer team, and the player who plays the closest to the opposition goal during a game. Soccer striker training should incorporate shooting technique, movement and decision-making.

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