Major League Soccer

FAQ

What does a defender do for soccer?

Defenders usually defend against attackers trying to score goals. Defenders attempt to keep opposing players out of scoring positions by attacking them and blocking shots.

What happens when a soccer goal is scored?

Once a goal has been scored, the opposing side gets a chance to kick a free ball. Fouls committed by the defending player during play are eligible for a free kick. A free kick can be taken after the goal is scored.

Where can I buy cheap soccer equipment?

Sports goods shops can often sell inexpensive soccer gear. There are usually soccer balls, shin protectors, jerseys, as well other items, at discount department shops. You can also check out online retailers like Amazon.com.

Statistics

• 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)
• 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)
• Even with the new issuance, control of the club will be retained by the Glazer family as they will retain 67% of B shares which have voting power, so little will likely change in the general approach taken to the finances of the club. (sites.duke.edu)
• At the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Belgium playmaker Eden Hazard, renowned for being difficult to dispossess, set a World Cup record for successful dribbles completed in any World Cup game since 1966, with a 100% success rate in ten dribbles against Brazil.[10] (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

gutenberg.org

• Charlie Chaplin: Project Gutenberg eBook My Wonderful Visit

doi.org

• Branding women's football in a field of hegemonic masculinity
• European and North American Sports Differentials (?) Fort - 2000 Scottish Journal of Political Economy – Wiley Online Library

bundesliga.com

• Bundesliga: How to find out the names and numbers of soccer positions

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. These are the steps to properly kick a football:

1. Place your feet shoulder-width apart and place your toes forward.
2. Place your left foot at your knees and your left heel against the back of your right thigh. Your weight should fall on your back leg.
3. Keep your front leg straight in front. Keep your hips in line and your upper back relaxed.
4. Move your kicking leg upwards and around until you reach the top of your ball.
5. You should be pushing your kicking foot hard with all of your strength at the peak of your swing.
6. As soon the ball has left your foot, move immediately with your straight leg towards the target.
7. When you reach the end of your forward motion, pull back on your kicking leg and allow it to come back to the starting position.
8. Reverse the process.
9. This exercise can be repeated daily until you are comfortable with the mechanics.
10. Always use both your legs together. Never kick one leg!
11. Remember to breathe during each step.
12. You should be focusing on the ball, not your opponent. Concentrate on what's happening.
13. Relax your mind and let go of all distractions.
14. Be positive. Be positive about yourself and others.
15. Have fun!