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FAQ

What is dribbling in soccer?

Dribble can be described as a quick movement of the ball, where you don't stop and move it from side to side. It allows players to pass the ball around quickly and helps them score goals.

What is a penalty in soccer?

Penalty kicks take place when a teammate commits a serious offense or makes dangerous play. If this happens, the referee gives the opposing team penalty kicks. If the ball is placed in the goal within the time limit, the referee will award the opposing team a penalty kick.

How do I find out if my kid is ready to play soccer?

As soon as children are able kick or throw a football into the air, it is time to start playing soccer. They should be able to catch the ball and run after it. Before you let your child play soccer, be sure to follow all safety rules.

Statistics

• After hosting an entertaining World Cup finals in 1994, the United States possessed some 16 million football players nationwide, up to 40 percent of whom were female. (britannica.com)
• From the 1850s onward, industrial workers were increasingly likely to have Saturday afternoons off work, and so many turned to the new game of football to watch or to play. (britannica.com)
• the estimated cumulative television audience for the 2006 World Cup in Germany was 26.2 billion, an average of 409 million viewers per match. (en.wikipedia.org)
• The Laws of the Game do not specify any player positions other than goalkeeper, [74] These positions are further subdivided according to the area of the field in which the player spends the most time. (en.wikipedia.org)
• They are not just good at dribbling because they are talented alone, but because they put in 100% effort during every practice. (coachtube.com)

External Links

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• Charlie Chaplin's Project Gutenberg eBook, My Wonderful Visit.

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• Football or Baseball: Which sport has the highest attendance?

How To

How to properly kick the soccer ball

You must be able to kick a soccer ball (or football) with good technique and form. Here are some steps that will help you kick a soccer ball properly:

1. Place your feet shoulder-width apart with your knees slightly bent, and toes pointed forward.
2. Bend your left knee to place your left heel on your right thigh. Your weight should be on the back of your leg.
3. Straighten your front leg out in front of you. Keep your hips straight and your upper body relaxed.
4. Keep your kicking leg straight up and move your foot around so that your toes are just above the ball.
5. Push down with all your strength on your kicking foot at the top of your swing.
6. As soon you see the ball leave your foot immediately, lift your leg straight up and push the ball forward.
7. You can stop forward movement when your kicking leg is at the end. Then, you can pull your kicking arm back and it will return to the beginning position.
8. You can do the same thing on the other side.
9. Keep practicing this exercise until you become comfortable with its mechanics.
10. Always try to use both of your legs together. Never kick one leg!
11. Keep your breathing in check at all times.
12. Concentrate on the ball and not your opponent. Focus on what you're doing.
13. Relax your mind.
14. Be positive. Be positive about yourself and others.
15. Have fun