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The 5 Best Ways to Watch a Football Match				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	4/5							(2)

The 5 Best Ways to Watch a Football Match 4/5 (2)

If you’re a football fan, it’s thankfully not hard to catch your favourite team playing - even if you can’t be there in person. In fact, there have never been so many ways to watch football, whether you’re at home, at a mate’s house or out and about with friends. But...

A Brief History of Football				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	3.6/5							(15)

A Brief History of Football 3.6/5 (15)

It remains one of the world’s most loved sports, and one which crosses international boundaries, cultures and all demographics. Football - or ’soccer’, as it might be known in your area - also has a fascinating history about which you may not be aware. Why look into...

An Introduction to Futsal				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	5/5							(1)

An Introduction to Futsal 5/5 (1)

What is Futsal? Futsal is a variant of football that is played indoors on a hard-court floor, smaller than a normal football pitch. It does have similar features to five-a-side football such as the number of players (one goalkeeper and four outfield players) but no...

Benefits of Base Layer				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	4.78/5							(9)

Benefits of Base Layer 4.78/5 (9)

Base layers look good but they aren't just a fashion statement. Base layers are garments made to purpose with technology to help improve player performance. From aiding in muscle recovery to improving comfort, there are benefits to base layers. Muscle Recovery The...

Stay Hydrated				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	3.87/5							(15)

Stay Hydrated 3.87/5 (15)

There is a reason why we regularly see players utilising stoppages to grab a water bottle and rehydrate during football matches. Being adequately hydrated can be the difference between having that extra bit of energy to get past an opponent or running out of stream at...

Forward’s Movement				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	2.71/5							(7)

Forward’s Movement 2.71/5 (7)

This drill is aimed at developing a forward’s movement. There are three demonstrable examples to work on which can produce dynamic attacks for your team: movement with the ball, movement against the ball and offside to onside. Movement with the Ball Form a back four...

Winger Challenges				    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	    	4/5							(1)

Winger Challenges 4/5 (1)

This drill focuses on winger-specific challenges that look to increase a wide player’s effectiveness through individual components including cutting inside, deliveries and running in behind. Cutting Inside   One player in the centre of the field plays the ball to...

Full-Back Challenges

Full-Back Challenges

This drill is position-specific and focuses on challenging the full-backs within your team, honing their ability to cross, block crosses and switch play to add new dimensions to your team. Crossing Set-up two coned lines forming a path towards the 18-yard box Two...

Centre-Back Challenges

Centre-Back Challenges

This drill looks to promote proactive centre-backs for optimum effectiveness through three different components: screening, breaking lines and blocking shots. Screening Set-up the area to accommodate your needs and intended outcome Players at each end combine passes...

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