Having the right soccer cleats is incredibly important for midfielders. No matter whether you play attacking mid, defensive mid, false nine, winger, or box-to-box, you’ll be tackling, running, passing, dribbling and taking long shots for nearly the entire 90 minutes. In this buyer’s guide, we’ve reviewed 6 of the best soccer cleats for midfielders on the … Read more
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What Size Soccer Ball Do I Need?
Different sizes of soccer balls are used in junior soccer depending on the age of the players. Check out our soccer ball size guide: To determine what size a ball is, check for a marking that says “size 3” or something similar. This label is normally located near the ball’s valve, where you pump it … Read more
12 Of The Best Kids’ Soccer Cleats For The 2018 Season
Finding the right soccer cleats for your child can be surprisingly tough. There are so many options available at the moment – it can be hard to pick just the right product for your son or daughter. In this guide, we’ve reviewed a heap of products and come up with 12 of the best kids’ … Read more
Top 8 Agility Ladder Drills For Soccer Players
Looking to improve your agility and speed for the 2018 season? Never fear! In this guide, we’ve put together 8 of the best agility ladder drills for soccer players, including outfielders and goalkeepers alike. These routines are subdivided into beginner and advanced sections so you can find the right exercise for your level of experience. … Read more
How To Prevent Getting Foot Blisters When Playing Soccer
There’s nothing worse than playing a full 90 minutes and having your feet sting for the rest of the week due to blisters. When I played soccer, I developed severe sores on my toes and on the balls of my feet all the time, no matter what boots I wore. In this guide, we’ll show … Read more
11 Best Soccer Socks For The 2019 Season
Most soccer clubs will simply give you (or get you to buy) a pair of socks for the upcoming season. However, these products can be pretty poor, wearing down quickly and resulting in painful sores. The best soccer socks on the market will provide greater protection (more padding) and better breathability to reduce blisters. That’s … Read more
How To Shoot A Knuckleball Freekick: In-Depth Knuckleball Tutorial
You’ve seen Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale and Juninho use this technique – now you can learn how to shoot a knuckleball freekick just like the pros. What is a knuckleball freekick? A knuckleball involves shooting the ball with little or no spin. This creates lateral movement and dip in the air, as the ball moves … Read more
The Best Goalkeeper Gloves On The Market In 2019
Do your current goalkeeper gloves look a bit like this? If so, it’s probably time for a new pair! We’ve taken the time to review 7 of the best goalkeeper gloves available in 2019. We’ll assess the leading goalie gloves on the market based on grip, durability, comfort, and value for money. Contents Quick comparison … Read more
Best Soccer Balls For Sale In 2019: Replicas & OMBs Reviewed
Picking the best soccer ball for your needs can be tricky. Different balls are designed for different types of player – and there are literally thousands of options on the market. In this guide we’ll detail our picks for the 10 best soccer balls available in 2019, in terms of value for money. We’ll … Read more
How to Fix a Soccer Ball: the Ultimate Guide
Does your soccer ball lose air after just 10 or so minutes of game time? Do you find yourself pumping it up every time you play? Or does it fail to hold any air at all? Having a broken ball, particularly an expensive official match ball such as an Adidas Jabulani, Teamgeist, Europass, Speedcell, Brazuca, … Read more