Although now played all over the world, modern football as it is known today is widely accepted as having its roots in the United Kingdom in the 19th century. It was here that the rules of the game were first set out including the duration of a football game.
It is quite rare in football that a man becomes synonymous with a particular move. However, what Dutch legend Johan Cruyff did in a World Cup game against Sweden in 1974 so stunned the watching world that the trick will always be associated with him. In the 23rd
It might not seem to be the most appropriate time for children’s football training. But just because kids are stuck at home because of the Coronavirus Lockdown, there are still lots of ways for them to practice their football skills and techniques. In fact, it's probably a great time to brush up on those ball mastery skills and sharpen those core 1v1 moves.
So you’re passionate about football and you’re considering a . You might be wondering how you can become a football coach. To answer this question, you’ll first need to ask yourself whether football coaching is something you want to do at a local level in your spare time or if it’s something you intend to do for a ...
There’s probably no better time than now to perfect your football skills and technique. I’m writing this article during the lockdown brought about by . The world had shut down for almost 4 months. Although things are starting to reopen here in the UK, it still seems like contact sport is someway off. I hear the sighs! And I feel your pain. But, remember there’s always an opportunity in...
Dear Parents, I hope you and your family are safe and well. I am getting in touch to share some good news. Following the government's announcement yesterday (9th July) regarding team sports, I am delighted to say that we are now preparing to reopen our football classes in August 2020. We have thoroughly missed working with your children and can’t wait to w...
Football Terminology - Common Football Terms Every sport has its own language. Certain phrases and idioms are used among players, coaches, officials, fans and commentators to describe the events that take place during a football game. If you’re new to football, this can be quite confusing. For example, I remember...
If your child has shown a natural aptitude for football and has a passion for the sport, you may be wondering what the path to professional football may look like. Parents often feel a lot of pressure when it comes to guiding their children in the right direction and can sometimes feel overwhelmed. Being talented is by no me...
Shooting is a special skill that comes in many different forms. There are a variety of techniques appropriate for any given occasion but behind them, there are some fundamental rules which apply to most situations. 10 Tips for Effective Soccer Shooting Whether you find yourself one-on-one wit...
Picture this, Ronaldinho in the 2002 World cup, a young Brazilian international makes his World Cup debut. The floodlights towering down the football pitch, with millions of eyes just watching. He receives the ball, body feints, crossovers, elastico’s past the opposition.
