http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Recreation-and-Sports:Soccer EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Many people outside of Birmingham might struggle to come up with a full list of names of English clubs that have won the European Cup (or Champions League as it has ironically been called since they started allowing non-champion teams in it). People will always come up with Manchester United and Liverpool and then remember Brian Clough's double titles with Nottingham Forest. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:43:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Aston-Villa-Break-the-Big-Four?&id=2550695 http://ezinearticles.com/?Can-Aston-Villa-Break-the-Big-Four?&id=2550695 Florentino Perez has return to his old ways of superstar signings as the Real Madrid president looks to seriously challenge Barcelona in the 2009-10 season. Last season was Barcelona's most successful in a long time a Josep Guardiola - in his first year as manager - led the Catalan spearheaded by Lionel Messi to success in La Liga, the Champions League and the Spanish domestic cup - the first time a Spanish club has won those three trophies in one year. Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:47:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Galacticos-at-Real-Madrid-Ready-to-Take-on-Barcelona&id=2549657 http://ezinearticles.com/?Galacticos-at-Real-Madrid-Ready-to-Take-on-Barcelona&id=2549657 There's many a story behind a football team's name. As years go by, the name becomes synonymous with the team and evokes high emotions among fans! Some names represent the area of origin, others take inspiration from Nature, yet others are based on colors ... Let's take a look at some names with interesting backgrounds. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:11:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-and-the-Name-Game&id=2549945 http://ezinearticles.com/?Football-and-the-Name-Game&id=2549945 Football players are usually known by their nicknames. Whether, christened by doting fans, team mates or coaches, these short forms encapsulate some of the biggest football giants in a few words! Dipping into the animal world, dabbling with titles of royalty, or simply dripping with emotion, these players are here to stay and be remembered by these names even though they span across generations... Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:11:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Famous-Soccer-Players-and-Their-Nicknames!&id=2549919 http://ezinearticles.com/?Famous-Soccer-Players-and-Their-Nicknames!&id=2549919 Manchester United is the most famous Football club in the world and has over 300,000,000 supporters worldwide. They play their home games at Old Trafford in Manchester which has a capacity of over 76,000. This article gives you information on going to see Manchester United in action and details on what you can expect, as well as information on Manchester itself and what to see and do when there. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:14:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Going-to-See-Manchester-United-Football-Club-Play&id=2526438 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Going-to-See-Manchester-United-Football-Club-Play&id=2526438 Every year we see former promising, talented soccer players that quit the game in college. Much of it has to do with how they did their recruiting back in high school. Use these lessons to shape your athletic scholarship search. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:57:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Scholarships-5-Reason-Soccer-Players-Fail-in-College&id=2536508 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Scholarships-5-Reason-Soccer-Players-Fail-in-College&id=2536508 As the Portsmouth takeover shows no sign of being concluded (the latest stunning development is that Dr Al Fahim is in receipt of the Premier League's documents regarding the 'fit and proper persons' test), I thought I'd continue the World Cup theme I started a couple of weeks ago with the England v Poland game at Mexico '86. After that game, England despatched Paraguay 3-0 at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:22:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?England-1-Argentina-2-1986-World-Cup&id=2529736 http://ezinearticles.com/?England-1-Argentina-2-1986-World-Cup&id=2529736 Two major finals brought the 2008/09 season to a close but soccer fans need not worry too much as the European qualification campaign for the 2009/10 Europa League is just about to get away. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:10:14 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2008/09-Draws-to-a-Close&id=2549868 http://ezinearticles.com/?2008/09-Draws-to-a-Close&id=2549868 Another classic match for you today, from Portsmouth's famous FA Cup run of 1992. We were eventually to reach the semi final against Liverpool, of course, and were hugely unlucky not to make the final itself. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:03:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Middlesbrough-V-Portsmouth-26th-February-1992&id=2529750 http://ezinearticles.com/?Middlesbrough-V-Portsmouth-26th-February-1992&id=2529750 Popping up on the internet from time to time recently amid the constant Portsmouth takeover speculation, has been the issue of the club's new kit for next season. Of course, the all blue home kit, created to commemorate our '110th anniversary' (!), can't be worn next season as we will need another to mark our 111th anniversary. This does mean, though, that it looks likely we will be reverting to red, white, and blue. Hooray! Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:17:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Portsmouth-New-Kit-2009-2010&id=2529717 http://ezinearticles.com/?Portsmouth-New-Kit-2009-2010&id=2529717 As we approach the start of the 2009/10 season many football fans are starting to wonder if the Man Utd squad is good enough to take the title this season. After a victorious 2008/09 season we have seen the loss of Ronaldo and players such as Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs and Gary Neville starting to fade into the background as the new breed of Man United players step forward. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:28:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Man-Utd-Squad-Is-It-Good-Enough?&id=2549343 http://ezinearticles.com/?Man-Utd-Squad-Is-It-Good-Enough?&id=2549343 So you finally bought that pair of boots that you see the superstars wearing. You spent a month's allowance on something that you'll be abusing just to improve your game. So you definitely want to make the most out of your investment by prolonging the life span of your boots. But what to do? Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:03:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats&id=2475830 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats&id=2475830 Throughout their history with the Ladies team outshining the men's, you can bet the U.S. fans wore their soccer jerseys with pride on Monday. Going into the final group game on Sunday night, America sat bottom of the table and requiring a six goal swing to leapfrog the Italians and Egypt to gain second place in Confederations Cup Group B. Brazil were guaranteed their place at the top of the table but the final qualification place was up for grabs between all three sides but most people believed the tussle to be between the Italians and Egypt. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:39:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?USA-Pulls-Off-a-Major-Shock!&id=2523577 http://ezinearticles.com/?USA-Pulls-Off-a-Major-Shock!&id=2523577 The FIFA World Cup is the most popular soccer competition in the world. It is staged every four years and contested by member countries of FIFA, the international governing body of soccer. With five titles, Brazil is the most successful team in World Cup history. Here are brief histories of Brazil's five World Cup (WC) titles. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:55:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Brazils-FIFA-World-Cup-Triumphs&id=2524098 http://ezinearticles.com/?Brazils-FIFA-World-Cup-Triumphs&id=2524098 West Ham United Football Club can boast a richer history than most of their London rivals, including their nouveau-riche South London rivals, Chelsea. While the club have in recent years appeared in the press regularly for all the wrong reasons West Ham's faithful fans still bask in the halcyon days of the past, even claiming to have won the World Cup. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:14:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?West-Ham-United-The-Hammers,-The-Irons,-Upton-Park-Or-The-Boleyn-Ground&id=2521909 http://ezinearticles.com/?West-Ham-United-The-Hammers,-The-Irons,-Upton-Park-Or-The-Boleyn-Ground&id=2521909 A soccer referee is the unbiased judge who is charged with ensuring a soccer match is played in accordance to the Laws of the Game. His two tools of discipline are the yellow card and the red card. The yellow card is used to show that a player has been cautioned. Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:16:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Referee-Discipline-Yellow-Cards-Versus-Red-Cards&id=2499964 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Referee-Discipline-Yellow-Cards-Versus-Red-Cards&id=2499964 In the world of sports, no legend is more interesting than the history behind the World Cup of soccer. This vessel of victory has been around for almost a hundred years and it has an intriguing past. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:02:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-Behind-the-Names-of-the-World-Cup-of-Soccer-Trophy&id=2531558 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-Behind-the-Names-of-the-World-Cup-of-Soccer-Trophy&id=2531558 With less than a year to go for the 2010 FIFA World Cup football fans around the world are restless and can't wait to hear the first whistle blow! After all, it's a four year wait before one gets to see world class football that's pure magic! And the countdown has begun. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:19:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-World-Cup-Scramble-of-Soccer-Uniforms&id=2513319 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-World-Cup-Scramble-of-Soccer-Uniforms&id=2513319 It's finally official. Portuguese Cristiano Ronaldo and Brazilian Kaka are to don the Real Madrid soccer shirt for a whopping 200 million dollars! With the return of Florentino Perez as Real Madrid's president it was just a matter of time before big monies exchanged hands to sign up the world's most marketable soccer stars. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:15:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Change-of-Soccer-Uniforms-For-2-of-the-Top-Players&id=2513170 http://ezinearticles.com/?Change-of-Soccer-Uniforms-For-2-of-the-Top-Players&id=2513170 With the World Cup Qualifiers on, there's no turning back! Forget about any talk of a Plan B. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:04:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa-Calling!&id=2513290 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa-Calling!&id=2513290 Call it a dress rehearsal for the 2010 World Cup or a recce for national teams, either way it sure has thrown up some dazzling soccer, and its fair share of upsets! Into its eighth edition, the Confederations Cup is sometimes not clearly understood? What exactly is it? How and when did it start? And what are the stakes? Let's find out... Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:59:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guts-and-Glory-The-2009-Confederations-Cup-Has-it-All!&id=2513218 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guts-and-Glory-The-2009-Confederations-Cup-Has-it-All!&id=2513218 Manchester United FC, also known as Man United or MUFC, is considered the biggest soccer club in England and one of the biggest soccer clubs in Europe. Nicknamed the Red Devils, MUFC has won the UEFA Champions League three times throughout its illustrious history. Here are brief histories of Man United's UEFA Champions League (UCL) triumphs. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:37:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-Uniteds-UEFA-Champions-League-Triumphs&id=2513454 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-Uniteds-UEFA-Champions-League-Triumphs&id=2513454 FC Barcelona is one of the biggest soccer clubs in Europe. Throughout its illustrious history, Barcelona has won the UEFA Champion League, the most prestigious soccer competition in Europe, three times. Here are brief histories of Barcelona's Champions League triumphs. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:37:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barcelonas-UEFA-Champions-League-Triumphs&id=2513445 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barcelonas-UEFA-Champions-League-Triumphs&id=2513445 One of the biggest traits that a person needs to have or develop to be successful in soccer is motivation and discipline. Actually, this applies to just about anything that you choose to do. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:49:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Road-to-Becoming-the-Best-Soccer-Player&id=2512194 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Road-to-Becoming-the-Best-Soccer-Player&id=2512194 With almost unlimited choices offered by the boot manufacturers, how do you pick the one that is most suitable for you? Fortunately we have a guide that will help you make the right choice every time. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:19:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Cleats-Buying-Guide&id=2475855 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Cleats-Buying-Guide&id=2475855 So you finally bought that pair of boots that you see the superstars wearing. You spent a month's allowance on something that you'll be abusing just to improve your game. So you definitely want to make the most out of your investment by prolonging the life span of your boots. But what to do? Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:18:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats-Or-Football-Boots&id=2475830 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats-Or-Football-Boots&id=2475830 Many athletes work very hard to perform to their full potential, but never achieve their dreams. Most times after trying every program they find and work hard with little or no improvement, they give up thinking they reached their top ability. And most of the time that's not the case. Its because they didn't train the proper way, using the correct methods. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:14:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plyometrics-and-Soccer&id=2510461 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plyometrics-and-Soccer&id=2510461 Shooting is the glamour skill of soccer and every player should be an excellent shooter, but there are many elements to shooting that can be broken down into individual skills that must be mastered before moving on to more complex drills. Soccer is a game of individual skills that is then integrated into a team strategy. Coaches have to be the providers of the strategy, but it should be up to each individual player to master his or her skills. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:45:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-of-Soccer-Shooting-Drills&id=2522457 http://ezinearticles.com/?Use-of-Soccer-Shooting-Drills&id=2522457 As we continue with the off-season soccer-specific strength and fitness training program, we will now cover hydration. Hydration is as important, if not more important than, diet and nutrition. Hydration includes not just what to drink and how much, it also deals with water intoxication, hyponatremia, and what not to drink. Peak performance is not only determined by what and how much an athlete takes it, it also has to do with when certain fluids, particularly water, are taken in. While physiological issues, benefits and consequences are covered, the main purpose of this article is to introduce the reader to the importance of and implementation of a proper hydration strategy. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:17:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Off-Season-Soccer-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training-Part-III-Hydration&id=2528450 http://ezinearticles.com/?Off-Season-Soccer-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training-Part-III-Hydration&id=2528450 Often referred to as "First Touch," controlling a soccer ball is the most important skill to master if you want to progress in the game. This article outlines how to control a soccer ball in 5 easy steps so that you take your game to the next level. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 16:15:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Control-a-Soccer-Ball-in-5-Easy-Steps&id=2507885 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Control-a-Soccer-Ball-in-5-Easy-Steps&id=2507885 Soccer, like many other sports, has a direct correlation between how you practice, and how you play in the game. Youth soccer is even more dramatic because the players are at such drastic differences in level. Soccer however, is popular because of how easy the game is to learn, and young players have gravitated to the excitement of the game. New coaches not familiar with the game may struggle with how to coach, and get frustrated trying to get their young team to improve game over game, that is unless they have a practice plan. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:38:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Keys-For-Successful-Youth-Soccer-Practice-Plans&id=2507105 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Keys-For-Successful-Youth-Soccer-Practice-Plans&id=2507105 In soccer, a good defense will lead to a good offense. Once a player loses possession, the ability to attack the ball, and aggressively get the ball back will determine the outcome of the game. This is especially true in the younger ages where you find kids scared of the ball, and not going after the ball as aggressively as needed. These defensive drills will help your team focus on defensive structure and positioning, but also offensive transition and attacking the ball upon losing possession. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:29:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Focus-Your-Youth-Soccer-Team-on-Defense-to-Create-More-Offense-and-Score-More-Goals&id=2506418 http://ezinearticles.com/?Focus-Your-Youth-Soccer-Team-on-Defense-to-Create-More-Offense-and-Score-More-Goals&id=2506418 If you want to learn soccer skills, you will best be served through one-on-one training on each specific skill. Many coaches spend much of the practice time on conditioning and group drills, however individual soccer skills must be learned before group drilling can be effective. It is up to the individual player to increase his or her soccer skills. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:33:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Way-to-Learn-Soccer-Skills&id=2522496 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Best-Way-to-Learn-Soccer-Skills&id=2522496 There are many individual soccer drills available for coaches and players, both in books and on the Internet. Most are in the form of diagrams and charts. Now charts and diagrams have their place, and are useful with strategy, but many coaches are so focused on strategy plays that soccer fundamentals are neglected. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:35:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Use-of-Individual-Soccer-Drills&id=2522525 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Use-of-Individual-Soccer-Drills&id=2522525 Running a youth soccer practice can be overwhelming. However with a few essential items, you can make the task manageable and watch your teams skills grow over the course of the season. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:08:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Essential-Items-Required-to-Run-a-Kids-Soccer-Practice&id=2503539 http://ezinearticles.com/?10-Essential-Items-Required-to-Run-a-Kids-Soccer-Practice&id=2503539 If you think of soccer tricks, Ronaldinho is one the first names that comes up in your mind. He is the typical Brazilian street soccer player, but better. Ronaldinho seems to have total control over the ball and he makes it look so easy. But how did he come so far? Well, here is his life story. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:28:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Biography-of-Ronaldinho&id=2503072 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Biography-of-Ronaldinho&id=2503072 Many youth soccer programs tend to focus only on the push pass. If a coach sets up group passing drills and all everyone does is use the push pass, then he is seriously limiting his team's range. Learning the different types of passes is a very useful and effective tool that will give a soccer team a big edge. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:11:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Use-of-Soccer-Passing-Drills&id=2522326 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Use-of-Soccer-Passing-Drills&id=2522326 Well, The Sun seems to have laid off the Portsmouth takeover for now, although that should probably be a source of worry really. After all, when you have left your child in the next room and hear nothing but blissful silence for a while, you can bet your bottom dollar they are up to no good. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:46:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Davis-Set-to-Leave-Portsmouth-As-Campbells-Future-Hangs-in-the-Balance&id=2502900 http://ezinearticles.com/?Davis-Set-to-Leave-Portsmouth-As-Campbells-Future-Hangs-in-the-Balance&id=2502900 I am refusing to be drawn into The Sun's 'Pompeygate' debate! Well, they're trying to create a debate (and much worse) around the Portsmouth takeover, but the substance of their stories so far lends itself more to the name 'Drivelgate'. So let's just ignore them until the deal's done. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:14:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Oxford-United-Vs-Portsmouth-3rd-November-1992&id=2502903 http://ezinearticles.com/?Oxford-United-Vs-Portsmouth-3rd-November-1992&id=2502903 Last year, Portsmouth won the FA Cup. 250,000 of us went down to Southsea common the next day to welcome home our heroes. It was the club's biggest success for nearly 60 years. But I think if you ask any Pompey fan, Prosinecki's time at Portsmouth is something that provokes a response almost as strong! Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:12:53 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Robert-Prosinecki-at-Portsmouth&id=2502897 http://ezinearticles.com/?Robert-Prosinecki-at-Portsmouth&id=2502897 Soccer is by far the most popular game on the planet. Countries create holidays in order to celebrate any success that their national team might have at different world tournaments. The game is simple, it takes great skill, and for some reason soccer just hasn't caught on in the United States. Yet, soccer is coming to America, and is claiming a firm hold on America's youth. The number of youth playing soccer is greater than the amount of youth that are playing baseball (America's game). Wed, 24 Jun 2009 19:36:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Worlds-Game-is-Coming-to-America-(Sort-Of)-(Whey-Protein-and-Weight-Loss)&id=2520696 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Worlds-Game-is-Coming-to-America-(Sort-Of)-(Whey-Protein-and-Weight-Loss)&id=2520696 There's a lot more than just longevity to recommend a visit to Craven Cottage, the riverside home of Fulham Football Club since 1896. Although I lived a long way from London, Fulham were the first team from the higher divisions I 'supported'. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:10:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fulham-FC-Londons-Oldest-Professional-Football-Club&id=2519343 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fulham-FC-Londons-Oldest-Professional-Football-Club&id=2519343 Develop soccer power and improve youth soccer fitness training with out pricey equipment, a personal trainer or an expensive gym membership. Discover a basic, simple and effective youth soccer power development training program by using your own body weight and medicine balls to improve strength, power and speed. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:40:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tutorial-to-Develop-Soccer-Power-and-Improve-Soccer-Fitness-Training&id=2434237 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tutorial-to-Develop-Soccer-Power-and-Improve-Soccer-Fitness-Training&id=2434237 Football is a great way to keep fit but you don't always have to play a match to keep your fitness levels up. There are many gadgets available today that you can use to improve your skills and keep match fit, one of them is the TP Ballooppa Football Game. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:07:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Great-Ways-to-Improve-Your-Soccer-Skills&id=2498397 http://ezinearticles.com/?Great-Ways-to-Improve-Your-Soccer-Skills&id=2498397 The first round of matches in the Confederations Cup have been played and the favourites have already shown that they mean business if not exactly showing a gulf in class between themselves and the smaller nations. Okay, in saying that, it would be wise to exempt Spain from that who looked as though they hardly broke a sweat in their new soccer kit as they demolished a poor New Zealand side 5-0. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:23:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spain-is-Superb-at-the-Confederations-Cup&id=2497555 http://ezinearticles.com/?Spain-is-Superb-at-the-Confederations-Cup&id=2497555 Based on recent report release by FIFA, due to the high demand for certain favorite team, specific tickets series for countries like England, Brazil, Argentina, Republic of Ireland and Netherlands were sold out. But do not despair, here is some good news that you would like to hear. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:36:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tickets-Sales-For-FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa-2010&id=2497297 http://ezinearticles.com/?Tickets-Sales-For-FIFA-World-Cup-South-Africa-2010&id=2497297 Many people believe that the great game of soccer is a game of physical endurance. They are wrong soccer is more a game of explosive bursts of speed. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:09:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Drills-For-Speed&id=2433012 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Drills-For-Speed&id=2433012 How many times have you heard "If you don't shoot, you'll never score!"? This is true but what they really need to say is "If you don't shoot with power and accuracy, you'll never score." The higher the level you play the more you must capitalize on each and every scoring chance. Here are some drills that will help you from placement to power, to rapid fire and volleys on the turn. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:50:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Drills-For-Shooting&id=2434275 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Drills-For-Shooting&id=2434275 Soccer is a sport that involves kicking a ball through a goal to score a point. It may seem simple by definition but the reality of playing it would say otherwise. Soccer is among the popular choices among various youth sports. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:45:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Teaching-Your-Child-Soccer&id=2494881 http://ezinearticles.com/?Teaching-Your-Child-Soccer&id=2494881 Soccer is a popular sport all over the world. It is always considered to be among the top youth sports being played across the globe. It has spanned countries and is commonly known as football in Europe. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:38:10 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Getting-Involved-Without-Playing&id=2494860 http://ezinearticles.com/?Getting-Involved-Without-Playing&id=2494860 The pound's dramatic slide against the euro means that English football clubs are having to spend up to 30% more than they would have last summer if they are to bring in talent from the continent. Where a player that was valued at €10 million may once have cost English clubs £7 million, the same player would now cost the equivalent of £10 million. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:15:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?English-Football-Clubs-Suffering-Effects-of-the-Weak-Pound&id=2511475 http://ezinearticles.com/?English-Football-Clubs-Suffering-Effects-of-the-Weak-Pound&id=2511475 It has been another season of frustration and disappointment for Arsenal fans. The Gunners will finish fourth in the league and crashed out in the semi-finals of both the FA Cup and Champions League. But during another trophy-less season for Arsene Wenger's team, changes have been occurring behind-the-scenes at the north London club. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:12:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ivan-Gazidis-Can-Help-Steer-Arsenal-Back-on-Course&id=2511460 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ivan-Gazidis-Can-Help-Steer-Arsenal-Back-on-Course&id=2511460 Just days after securing a fourth consecutive Series A title, Inter Milan announced the extension of manager Jose Mourinho's contract until 30 June, 2012. The deal was hailed by Inter as being "a sign of attachment and of winning spirit." Mourinho, 46, has now won the league in three different countries, as well as the Champions League with Porto in 2004. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:09:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Inter-Milan-Looks-to-Jose-Mourinho-For-European-Success&id=2511431 http://ezinearticles.com/?Inter-Milan-Looks-to-Jose-Mourinho-For-European-Success&id=2511431 These are the 5 steps needed to beat a defender in soccer every time! As the player with the ball approaches the defender, he needs to look for the space he wants to exploit. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 09:01:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Steps-to-Beating-a-Player-in-Soccer&id=2473665 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Steps-to-Beating-a-Player-in-Soccer&id=2473665 There are many reasons why Manchester United are the most successful football team in England - and have been for as long as most people can remember. And especially since the development of the Premier League, the club has entered an era of almost unprecedented success. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:42:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-United-A-Difficult-Season-Ahead?&id=2508599 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-United-A-Difficult-Season-Ahead?&id=2508599 History of Manchester United's Greatest Goalkeeping talent, Peter Schmeichel. Peter Schmeichel was born on November 18, 1963 in Gladsaxe, Denmark. He retired from playing football in April 2003. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:49:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Players-of-Manchester-United-Peter-Schmeichel&id=2492339 http://ezinearticles.com/?Players-of-Manchester-United-Peter-Schmeichel&id=2492339 Wigan Athletic and Wigan rugby league club have shared the JJB stadium for ten years now. This article briefly summarises their former grounds and club histories and the change in both clubs fortunes since they moved to their new home. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:04:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wigan-Football-and-Rugby-Stadiums&id=2482624 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wigan-Football-and-Rugby-Stadiums&id=2482624 The most dangerous player on the soccer field isn't always the fastest one, it is the one that can stop the fastest and then explode in a new direction. Knowing how to stop and then quickly go in a new direction is a skill that once learned might make an average player great! Here are three steps a soccer player must learn to accomplish this. Sun, 21 Jun 2009 12:52:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Become-the-Most-Dangerous-Soccer-Player-on-the-Field!&id=2488224 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Become-the-Most-Dangerous-Soccer-Player-on-the-Field!&id=2488224 I confess that I have a liking for Arsenal. In fact, of all the so-called 'Big Four' they are probably the one team that I wouldn't mind having to watch every week. They play a lovely, silky game of football and, when they are in full flight, they are probably the nearest thing we have in this country to a team that can match Barcelona. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:22:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arsenal-Football-Club-How-Long-Can-Arsenal-Stay-in-the-Big-Four-of-the-Premier-League?&id=2498324 http://ezinearticles.com/?Arsenal-Football-Club-How-Long-Can-Arsenal-Stay-in-the-Big-Four-of-the-Premier-League?&id=2498324 The key to an effective soccer-specific, sex-specific strength and fitness program is planning. A well constructed training regimen will yield greater results in a shorter period of time. Additionally, a well planned and well-thought out program will make it easier to track progress throughout the season. As noted in the previous article on this topic, soccer-specific strength and fitness training is quite a bit different from training programs for other sports and/or activities. It is widely known that the average soccer athlete may run several miles during the course of a match; and, goalkeepers being the exception, of course. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 10:42:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Specific,-Sex-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training-Program-Diet-and-Nutrition-Part-II&id=2498516 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Specific,-Sex-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training-Program-Diet-and-Nutrition-Part-II&id=2498516 This article is written for introducing top five soccer stars in my opinion. The author is glad to share his knowledge and experiences with the readers and help them get a better understanding of soccer. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:46:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Greatest-5-Soccer-Heroes-in-My-Opinion&id=2477628 http://ezinearticles.com/?Greatest-5-Soccer-Heroes-in-My-Opinion&id=2477628 Training for soccer is very different than training for almost any other sport, for a variety of reasons. Soccer-specific, sex-specific strength and fitness training presents some interesting challenges for both the athlete and the strength coach involved in developing and implementing the program. Over the next week, I will propose several alternative programs, both male and female-oriented, that an athlete may use to get ready for the upcoming fall season. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:20:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Off-Season-Soccer-Specific-and-Sex-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training&id=2492431 http://ezinearticles.com/?Off-Season-Soccer-Specific-and-Sex-Specific-Strength-and-Fitness-Training&id=2492431 We may be a year away from the 2010 World Cup in South Africa but the soccer fans there don't need to wait too long to get some exciting action. The Confederations Cup is now the preclude to World Cups with FIFA keen for the host nation to get a proper dress rehearsal. Having some of the worlds biggest stars and the crowds that flock to see the will be a great way to start planning for next summer and with no other soccer action on the horizon; it's a tremendous chance for fans to pass the time whilst watching some of their heroes. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:36:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kaka-Will-Steal-the-Spotlight-at-the-Confederations-Cup&id=2477012 http://ezinearticles.com/?Kaka-Will-Steal-the-Spotlight-at-the-Confederations-Cup&id=2477012 With almost unlimited choices offered by the boot manufacturers, how do you pick the one that is most suitable for you? Fortunately we have a guide that will help you make the right choice every time. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:50:33 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Cleats-Buying-Guide&id=2475855 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Cleats-Buying-Guide&id=2475855 So you finally bought that pair of boots that you see the superstars wearing. You spent a month's allowance on something that you'll be abusing just to improve your game. So you definitely want to make the most out of your investment by prolonging the life span of your boots. But what to do? Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:38:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats-or-Football-Boots&id=2475830 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Prolong-the-Life-of-Your-Soccer-Cleats-or-Football-Boots&id=2475830 In the course of a normal soccer game, there are many restarts of play resulting from fouls and infractions. For players, coaches, and fans, whether the restart is a direct or indirect kick can be confusing. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:42:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Free-Kick-Differences-in-Soccer-Law-13&id=2475483 http://ezinearticles.com/?Free-Kick-Differences-in-Soccer-Law-13&id=2475483 Soccer coaching is all about careful planning and preparation, so make sure that you know exactly what you're doing and plan accordingly. Arrive early and have all of your cones and other coaching equipment ready for two or three different activities. This will make sure that you can focus your attention fully on the football coaching session once the children arrive, and that the kids don't get bored whilst waiting for you to set up. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:29:44 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Coaching-Sessions-For-Kids&id=2477974 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Coaching-Sessions-For-Kids&id=2477974 New coaches need to climb a steep learning curve, and a basic understanding of drills and practice plans will lessen the learning curve. Offensive soccer drills teach not only what to do around the goal, but structured correctly, will teach transition and provide a solid foundation for understand the flow of the game of soccer. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:19:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Youth-Soccer-Drills-and-Games&id=2473972 http://ezinearticles.com/?Youth-Soccer-Drills-and-Games&id=2473972 Your daughter just signed up for a youth soccer team, and the team needs a volunteer coach. You don't know if you have time, however when the email comes out with the ultimatum of finding a coach or not playing, you decided to step up. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:57:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-the-Soccer-Offsides-Rule&id=2473647 http://ezinearticles.com/?Understanding-the-Soccer-Offsides-Rule&id=2473647 Awarded the title of 'the most successful football club of the twentieth century' by F.I.F.A., Real Madrid, nine years into the twenty first, look to have a lot of work to do to retain their crown! It seems incredible but the club that has won two Champions' League (2000 and 2002) and four La Giga titles since the beginning of the Millennium has seemed to lurch - comically in the eyes of many - from one crisis to another. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:44:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Real-Madrid-From-Crisis-to-Crisis&id=2477598 http://ezinearticles.com/?Real-Madrid-From-Crisis-to-Crisis&id=2477598 In modern day football, many of the sports star players are paid massive salaries. Some players are more like Hollywood film stars rather than professional sportsmen. That is when the fame and fortune goes to the footballers head. There have been many instances of players becoming very popular and courted by other clubs. This can make some individuals think they are more important than their employers. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:49:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?English-Football-No-Player-is-Bigger-Than-the-Club-Itself&id=2478416 http://ezinearticles.com/?English-Football-No-Player-is-Bigger-Than-the-Club-Itself&id=2478416 Soccer is the most popular sport in the world. It is, therefore, not surprising that millions of children around the world want to learn how to play soccer. Although it looks simple, there is a lot more to learning how to play soccer than first meets the eye. The following explains some of the skills which are required when learning how to play soccer. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:24:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learning-How-to-Play-Soccer&id=2477897 http://ezinearticles.com/?Learning-How-to-Play-Soccer&id=2477897 Want to become a better football player? Want to improve your soccer skills? See how Soccer Drills can help you become a better player. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:12:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Soccer-Drills&id=2477817 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Guide-to-Soccer-Drills&id=2477817 How do Manchester United, Chelsea AFC, Liverpool AFC and other top English Premier League Clubs manage to stay at the top of world club football? Once you analyse their club set-up, the managers, the players and the support base, you can understand the reasons for their dominance. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:52:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-United-and-Other-Top-English-Clubs&id=2446239 http://ezinearticles.com/?Manchester-United-and-Other-Top-English-Clubs&id=2446239 With the 2010 FIFA World Cup road show about to kick off in nine South African cities, football fans are encouraged to discover the treasures of South Africa by following their chosen teams around. Matches will take place in or near virtually all the tourist hotspots, so when you are not bellowing for Kaka, Torres, Messi or Diego, why not opt for car rental and take time out to appreciate the rich diversity of South Africa. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:41:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Make-the-2010-FIFA-Cup-a-Road-Trip&id=2399853 http://ezinearticles.com/?Make-the-2010-FIFA-Cup-a-Road-Trip&id=2399853 The long awaited African inauguration of the biggest show on earth, the FIFA 2010 World Cup, will be contested by the international giants of football at ten venues spread across the "Rainbow Nation". Nine South African cities will open their hearts and minds to an anticipated armada of footie fans, with the economic capital of the country, Egoli "City of Gold", best known as Johannesburg, hosting both the opening and closing battles for world football supremacy at two different venues. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:37:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-Cup-Venues-Summary&id=2399844 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-FIFA-Cup-Venues-Summary&id=2399844 Whichever way you look at it, Pep Guardiola's first season in charge at Barcelona has been a phenomenal success. On Wednesday, he became the youngest manager to ever lead a team to Champions League success, and in doing so, he rounded off the Spanish treble: the La Liga title, the Copa del Rey and the Champions League in one season. Not bad for a 38-year-old manager who is currently managing his first ever professional side. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:10:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pep-Guardiolas-Love-Affair-With-Barca-Continues&id=2471935 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pep-Guardiolas-Love-Affair-With-Barca-Continues&id=2471935 In late April, it was announced in Italy that Serie A is to split from Serie B to form the new 'Lega Calcio Serie A'; a move that displays glaring similarities to the formation of the English Premier League in 1992. Italian football has not exactly steered clear of controversy over the past few years; 2006 saw the latest of a series of scandals in which Serie A champions Juventus were relegated to Serie B as punishment for match-fixing. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:59:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lega-Calcio-Serie-A-Could-Revive-Italian-Football&id=2469164 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lega-Calcio-Serie-A-Could-Revive-Italian-Football&id=2469164 Next season's UEFA Europa League matches will be the first to trial new a 'five officials' scheme, with two extra assistant referees, one behind each goal. The proposed system, which has already been trialled at under-19 level, involves the use of the additional officials to help referees with decisions such as penalties and handballs, as well as making it easier to determine whether the ball has crossed the goal-line or not. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:32:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rebranded-UEFA-Cup-to-Trial-Goal-Line-Officials&id=2469194 http://ezinearticles.com/?Rebranded-UEFA-Cup-to-Trial-Goal-Line-Officials&id=2469194 Both Everton and Liverpool plan to build new stadiums. But in the current economic climate some believe one shared stadium would be best for the city, and also help secure Liverpool as a venue for a future World Cup. Fans of both clubs would be loathe to share and also sad to leave their present historic homes. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:18:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Should-Everton-and-Liverpool-Share-a-Stadium?&id=2468775 http://ezinearticles.com/?Should-Everton-and-Liverpool-Share-a-Stadium?&id=2468775 Two deals that have already shocked the footballing world were made by the same Spanish league football club, Real Madrid. Over the past five seasons, the Sky 4 English clubs (Liverpool, Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal) have all dominated the European football scene. Liverpool (winners 2005, runners up 2007), Arsenal (finalists 2006), Manchester Utd (winners 2008, finalists 2009) and Chelsea (finalists 2008) show their strength in the competition. So it really comes as a shock that Real Madrid, who last won the Champions League way back in 2002 are able to outlay these two massive record breaking fees within a week. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 08:33:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-the-Balance-of-Power-Shifting-From-the-Premiership-to-Spanish-League-Football?&id=2465603 http://ezinearticles.com/?Is-the-Balance-of-Power-Shifting-From-the-Premiership-to-Spanish-League-Football?&id=2465603 With the US Confederations Cup Roster set, Coach Bradley faces many decisions regarding his lineup and how to prepare his players for Brazil, Italy, and Egypt. It is conceivable that playing against great competition could result in a three and out series. After struggling to perform at a mediocre level against both El Salvador and Costa Rica, the USMNT must utilize these games as a barrometer for evaluating their level against World Cup Worthy opponents. What formation will Coach Bob Bradley deploy against the physical Italians and skillful Brazilians. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:30:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Group-of-the-Death-Awaits-the-United-States-Mens-National-Team-in-Confederations-Cup&id=2455412 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Group-of-the-Death-Awaits-the-United-States-Mens-National-Team-in-Confederations-Cup&id=2455412 The Confederations Cup organized by the official football federation after the four years. There are eight teams that participate in confederations cup from all around the world. The eight teams divided into two groups. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:05:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Confederations-Cup&id=2451764 http://ezinearticles.com/?Confederations-Cup&id=2451764 Penalty kicks are a decidedly cruel format for deciding championships. Quite often the team who performed best over the 90 minutes go home empty handed because the opposing team had the better penalty takers. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 10:18:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Tips-For-Taking-Penalty-Kicks-in-Football&id=2459530 http://ezinearticles.com/?Top-Tips-For-Taking-Penalty-Kicks-in-Football&id=2459530 Five Champions' League semi-finals in the past six years. As Chelsea's newly appointed manager, Carlo Ancelotti, pointed out in his first interview, that is a wonderful achievement. However, it clearly isn't quite good enough. The fact that those five semi-finals have only resulted in one ill-fated final appearance must be a source of incredible frustration for Chelsea's billionaire owner, Roman Abramovich, and the club's supporters - although a little less so for them, perhaps. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 15:41:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chelsea-FC-So-Near,-Yet-So-Far&id=2459139 http://ezinearticles.com/?Chelsea-FC-So-Near,-Yet-So-Far&id=2459139 The 2008-2009 season is barely finished but Barca is already on the move for some new signings. Calalan giants are looking to add 3 to 5 new names to their list. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 13:31:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Signings-For-FC-Barcelona&id=2454478 http://ezinearticles.com/?New-Signings-For-FC-Barcelona&id=2454478 It was quite a season, 2008/09, with possibly the tightest challenge for the title in many a year. Even the battle for relegation was tight for up to ten clubs until the last few weeks of the season, and few would have predicted that outcome at the beginning of August 2008. So, here is a quick premier league review of season 08-09. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:32:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Quick-Premier-League-Review-of-Season-08-09&id=2449233 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Quick-Premier-League-Review-of-Season-08-09&id=2449233 Soccer is not just a game that is watched and played around the world! Soccer is a passion. Soccer is a religion. It is also a strong fashion statement with its own set of rules, accessories and memorabilia. An entire industry has sprung up catering to the ever growing demand for soccer merchandise. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:09:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-Fifa-World-Cup-Fashion-Kick-Off!&id=2446671 http://ezinearticles.com/?2010-Fifa-World-Cup-Fashion-Kick-Off!&id=2446671 By doing your dynamic warm up for just 10-15 minutes a day you can increase the speed and explosiveness of a soccer player. Learn how barefoot training reduces injuries in soccer players too. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:41:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barefoot-Training-For-Soccer-Players-Increases-Their-Speed-and-Explosiveness&id=2447867 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barefoot-Training-For-Soccer-Players-Increases-Their-Speed-and-Explosiveness&id=2447867 There are many things about soccer that make fans all over the world go crazy supporting it but the most important thing for most soccer fans is goals. Goals win matches and winning matches is what the Fifa World Cup is all about. There have been many great goals scored at World Cups throughout the years but the importance of being the top goal scorer in a tournament is an extremely prestigious award and Fifa recognizes this by offering the Golden Boot to the tournaments highest goal grabber. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:18:35 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fifa-World-Cup-The-Goalscorers&id=2446629 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fifa-World-Cup-The-Goalscorers&id=2446629 Every four years the World Cup takes place and each passing World Cup seems to be bigger and better than the one before but they are far removed from the early World Cups. The first event took place in 1930 in an attempt to bring the soccer world closer together but few would have predicted what a success the event would become. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:06:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?World-Cup-History-The-Early-Years&id=2446835 http://ezinearticles.com/?World-Cup-History-The-Early-Years&id=2446835 When it comes to soccer, shirt numbers give away a player's stature and importance in the team. Everything is determined by the number, even mindset and performance! After all, there's a legacy, an inheritance attached to shirt numbers that cannot be denied. This tradition is so deeply etched in every soccer fan and player's mind that wearing a number associated with past legends comes with its own set of expectations. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:05:55 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-A-Numbers-Game&id=2446745 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-A-Numbers-Game&id=2446745 Soccer matches are all about team spirit and energy whether you're a player on the field or a spectator on the stands. And what better way to show your support and loyalty than to wear your soccer team jerseys. It's a much sought after fashion statement and a stamp of patriotism - prerequisites for any fan worthy of his/her team... Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:00:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Jerseys-Its-Love-All!&id=2446694 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-Jerseys-Its-Love-All!&id=2446694 Nothing gets the emotions soaring like soccer can! If soccer stands for fun, excitement, fair play and team spirit, it also stands for humanitarian causes that aim to uplift the world's poor. Proceeds from special soccer matches and humanitarian programs have been used to teach and raise the standard of living of those less fortunate through soccer, a game that's clearly heart and soul... Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:51:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-With-A-Heart-And-Soul&id=2446797 http://ezinearticles.com/?Soccer-With-A-Heart-And-Soul&id=2446797 The majority of English soccerers are probably on holiday, chasing the girls and keeping the barmen busy in Ibiza or Aya Napa but some still have work to do. The domestic season may be over but there are still international fixtures to be concluded before all the players can take a well earned rest. However, with World Cup places up for grabs, don't expect there to be any lack of motivation for the players pulling on their international soccer jerseys this weekend. Some countries may find that they can all but virtually guarantee their spot in South Africa next summer whereas some big names may be looking at an embarrassing exit unless they record some victories. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:51:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Its-Not-Holiday-Time-Yet&id=2446859 http://ezinearticles.com/?Its-Not-Holiday-Time-Yet&id=2446859 In 1950, Brazil hosted the World Cup and the soccer loving nation were fully behind their heroes, who at the time played in a white shirt with blue collar. Going into the final match, which was decided by a league format as opposed to a stand-alone match, Brazil only needed a draw to clinch the trophy whilst rivals Uruguay had to win. Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:43:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?FIFA-World-Cup-Brazil&id=2446573 http://ezinearticles.com/?FIFA-World-Cup-Brazil&id=2446573 FC Barcelona beat Manchester United to win the UEFA Champions League in what many would call a dream final. Seems like Barca's new soccer uniform proved lucky for them! They not only dominated the ball, they were the only ones to score. Not once, but twice... Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:41:00 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barcas-Got-The-Bark-And-The-Bite!&id=2446518 http://ezinearticles.com/?Barcas-Got-The-Bark-And-The-Bite!&id=2446518 These six reasons are why soccer coaches should train their teams this way. Enhancing a soccer players ball skills, speed and agility on the soccer field and training to be more composed with the ball are several benefits from this type of training. Learning how to practicing this way will make your soccer team and soccer players better. Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:55:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Six-Reasons-Why-Soccer-Coaches-Should-Practice-This-Way!&id=2437834 http://ezinearticles.com/?Six-Reasons-Why-Soccer-Coaches-Should-Practice-This-Way!&id=2437834 Many coaches that have coached multiple seasons are comfortable coaching, and this comfort leads many into complacently. Frequently, these coaches employ no strategy for practice, and it too often breaks into a mix of chaos and scrimmaging. Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:04:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Free-Soccer-Practice-Games-Can-Save-Coaches-Without-a-Plan&id=2442694 http://ezinearticles.com/?Free-Soccer-Practice-Games-Can-Save-Coaches-Without-a-Plan&id=2442694 To be competitive in today's game it imperative you put away the old outdated training methods. Running long distances can be slowing you down and may be burning off the muscle you need for bursts of speed and power. Soccer players need strength and conditioning exercises that both closely resemble the actions of their body and muscles that perform during the game and mirror the energy systems that are used in a game! Mon, 08 Jun 2009 09:08:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Soccer-Drills&id=2433898 http://ezinearticles.com/?5-Soccer-Drills&id=2433898 Copyright 2009 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.