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The Resurrection: Serie A and Its Rebirth
For years now, all I have heard is how far superior the big three leagues of Europe are compared to the rest of the continent, specifically the Italian Serie A. I'm referring to the Barclays Premier League, La Liga, and the German Bundesliga. All the major US soccer outlets bang away about how these three leagues style of play is far and away better than Serie A. While I will concede that of the big three, the EPL is the best right now at being able to attract the huge names within the sport. It does make me wonder how good that is for the EPL as a whole due to the fact that many players who go there are then forced to sit on the bench who would otherwise star for another team in the very same league, La Liga/Bundesliga or the other leagues of Europe. Therefore, I will focus primarily on the EPL in relation to Serie A. Everyone is allowed their opinion. But this is why yours is wrong about Italian football. Let me take you back and show you how far Italian Serie A has come from a mere ten years ago. I will focus primarily on the current Top 6 within the league and hopefully reshape your definition of what makes a league a "great league."
By Sam Hazelwood7 years ago in Cleats
The Ultimate Soccer Ball Guide. Top Story - December 2018.
Believe it or not, there are a lot of different kinds of soccer balls out there. Some soccer balls are designed for street or urban settings, while others are best on an indoor turf field. Some balls have more or less air retention, or differ between latex bladders and butyl bladders. That's why soccer ball guides are so important for your gamplay. In order to cover the basics of all the different types of ball, from when and where they're used to how they're made, you need to be informed so that you can choose which ball will work best for you.
By Connor Brighton7 years ago in Cleats
How to Choose Soccer Shin Guards
Depending on your position, shin guards may seem like an absolute necessity or a simple nuisance. Nevertheless, many leagues and positions require players to wear this crucial piece of soccer gear, and for good reason. Shin guards are not just important for protecting the shin from serious bruising and damage, but also for absorbing some of the impact from the ball, which can cause injury to every part of the body—not just the shin. That said, there is a wide variety of shin guards out there, and knowing how to choose soccer shin guards that are right for you can be tricky. To that end, there are some especially vital considerations you should keep in mind when you’re setting out to protect your shins from the dangers of the game.
By Nicola P. Young7 years ago in Cleats
The 10 Best Soccer Balls for Beginners
The wrong ball can make your first day at soccer practice ten times harder. Learning to play soccer is a fantastic pursuit, but it's never easy to learn to play a new game. It's important to put yourself in the best position to succeed.
By Brad Gould7 years ago in Cleats
How the Fuck Are We Winning This?
Part 1: The Manager The Barcelona players had finally managed to get their captain off Louis’s star striker after the former had essentially attempted to murder the latter with his god awful tackle. Immediately he was over to the fourth official. "Is he gonna get sent off then?"
By Joseph Hart-Winks7 years ago in Cleats
How Soccer Cleats Should Fit
Your soccer cleats should fit like a natural extension of your feet. With your feet being your most valuable asset on the field, you'll want to be sure they are comfortable, secure, and even safe. Wearing ill fitting cleats can harm more than just the game; it can ultimately lead to injury, as well. Complete range of motion is a must, as is flexibility. From the shape of your cleats to the placement of your laces, you have to consider several factors before you commit to a soccer shoe.
By Brad Gould7 years ago in Cleats
Best Goalkeeper Gloves Under $100
It takes a different breed of individual to want to play the goalie position. It’s not natural to want to stand in front of someone kicking a ball at you at extremely high velocity. The keeper’s gloves are the first and best line of defense, protecting the hands, along with the wrist, elbow, and shoulder joints.
By James Porterson7 years ago in Cleats
Best Soccer Balls for Training. Top Story - November 2018.
Soccer, like any sport, has gone through an evolution over the years. The game has become faster, as have the players, and the soccer ball itself has evolved as well. The best soccer balls for training are the same ones that are the best for playing the game.
By Brad Gould7 years ago in Cleats
Best Soccer Goalies of 2018
If you were to rank soccer positions by importance, where would goalie place among the 11 players on the pitch? One should assume that goalie would be somewhere near the top of that list. Though it is the last line of defense from scoring by the other team, the performance, speed, and dexterity of the goalie determines whether or not the goal is ultimately scored. A good shot stopper is the last man back for a team when all else fails. Though the scoring process in soccer may seem to be the least sophisticated and the simplest in team sports, proper goaltending can make it quite difficult. As a truly global sport, it comes with no surprise that there is a great wealth of goaltending talent around the world to consider, especially in the World Cup this past year. While people will knock heads over things like the greatest goalkeepers of all time, it is a bit more productive to consider some of the most impressive soccer goalies of 2018.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Cleats
Best Soccer Balls for Juggling
If you can juggle a soccer ball or are looking to learn to juggle, there are many soccer balls that can help you do just that. In fact, the secret in juggling is not necessarily in the ball, but in your skills. It is all about alternating feet, using high knees as well as your dominant foot to kick the ball high in the air, and finding ways to control the ball in the air so it doesn’t hit the ground. To do all this, you’ll need the perfect soccer ball for juggling that keeps its air retention, holds its shape, and lasts a long time as you move up the field towards the goal.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Cleats
