As we watch Kevin De Bruyne or Luka Modric thread sumptuous passes through defenses for their strikers to feed on weekly, it’s no surprise so many kids out […]
What are Ball-Playing Defenders?
Remember the adage “If in doubt, kick it out” that was drilled into us as kids?” Does it even apply anymore? That depends on who you ask. As […]
The Role of the Advanced Forward Explained
Using an advanced forward in soccer can be advantageous, but it depends on how you set your team up. Therefore, you need to think carefully about how you […]
What is a Pressing Forward in Soccer?
There are lots of ways to deploy a central striker, and utilizing a pressing forward in soccer is one of them. But what exactly is a pressing forward? […]
The Role of the Carrilero Explained
The artistry and flair associated with Spanish soccer has been a joy to watch for decades, producing some of the best the game has offered. One role which […]
Why Use a Half Back in Soccer?
The half back in soccer is a role that seemingly died a death sometime in the 1970s. But much to the surprise of many, the half back is […]
xG in Soccer Explained
A term only coined within the last decade has become part of soccer parlance wherever we read game statistics. xG has changed the way many people interpret soccer […]
What is Second-Season Syndrome in Soccer?
If it’s your side’s first season competing in a division that is of a perceived high standard, you can catch many other teams, who won’t be that familiar […]
Hospital Pass in Soccer: What Does it Mean?
You might have come across the term “hospital pass” (or hospital ball) in soccer, as it’s commonly used to refer to a specific type of pass in the […]
Can Soccer Players Wear Glasses?
Vision is a word used a lot by pundits when talking about the incisive passing ability of a playmaker or the clever runs made by a forward. Yet […]