When the ball is in play, you can pass the soccer ball anywhere and in any direction. It’s not like other sports where the ball needs to move […]
What Does a Green Card Mean in Soccer?
When you’re new to the beautiful game of soccer, there are lots of rules to come to terms with. If you don’t abide by the rules on the […]
The Number Zero In Soccer (Is It Allowed?)
From time to time, soccer players surprise us with the numbers that they wear on the backs of their jerseys. Just think of Wolves’ former goalkeeper Rui Patricio […]
What is the Eighteen-Yard Box in Soccer? (Explained!)
To soccer newbies, the pitch markings can be a little confusing. After all, there are various lines, circles, and boxes on the field, all with various rules and […]
Soccer Sliding Tackle (Allowed?!)
Sliding tackles are a big part of soccer, and you can’t watch a game without seeing players sliding into one another! While the nature of tackling has […]
What Do Soccer Players Do After a Red Card? (Revealed!)
Few things are as demoralizing as receiving a red card in soccer. You’re sent from the field of play by the referee, and your teammates now have to […]
Point Scoring in Soccer? (Explained!)
The number of points that your team finishes the season with is crucial, as it determines how successful you have been. But how does point scoring work […]
Can You Pass a Penalty Kick in Soccer?
When your team is awarded a penalty by the referee, you have the perfect opportunity to have a shot on goal from twelve yards without interference from the […]
Yellow and Red Cards in Soccer: How They’re Different
If you’ve ever watched a soccer match, you’ve almost certainly seen a referee award a yellow or red card during the game. But what do the cards represent? […]