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Number Eight
You search your bag for your mouthguard. You swear you packed it away this morning, you need it to play today’s play off game. You find it tucked away under the folds of your bag. You stand up and look out the washroom window, past the frosted glass and in the space of the creases. You can see the other team lining up on the field, the rugby ball thrown at blistering speeds, its blue stripe fading away with its spin. You zip up your bag and check the strength of the knot you made with your laces. Your captain walks in. He stretches his neck up to look you in the face. He glances at the team outside as well. Placing his hands on your shoulder his words break the silence. “You can’t let their words get to you, your only as strong as you allow yourself to be.”
By Ahmad Ameen8 years ago in Cleats
Best Shooters in Soccer History
All of the action relies on the shooters in the game of soccer. Whether it be a free-kick, header, long-range, counter-attack, scissor kick, bicycle kick, volley, chip, or lob, the excitement of goalscoring is the reason why so many fans love the game.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Cleats
Best English Players in MLS History
There has been a fair share of English players in MLS, as the growing popularity of soccer influenced the United States. With this being said, among these athletes, there are only a select few that can be referred to as the best professional soccer players among these teams.
By Mark Turner8 years ago in Cleats
Greatest Comebacks in World Cup History. Top Story - December 2017.
Surprising comebacks within any sport are exciting. Though there might not be as much action compared to football, rugby, or wrestling, soccer matches can be equally as unpredictable. And that's why these circumstances have made their mark on soccer history.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Cleats
Barcelona's Greatest La Liga Memories at Vicente Calderón Stadium
Each Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona match is nothing close to boring. With fans on the edge of their seats, and some of the most intense energy in the stadium, we have narrowed down some of Barcelona's greatest La Liga memories.
By Sherry Campbell8 years ago in Cleats
Tottenham Continues to Struggle in the Premier League
What is going wrong at Tottenham? Is it a temporary blip or was last season the best it is going to get for the North London side? Last season Tottenham Hotspur made a real statement in English football as they were the only team to challenge Chelsea for the title, and although they ultimately came up short they were applauded for their performances, their fearless attacking play led by two of the best English players in the league in Harry Kane and Dele Alli alongside their resolute defence marshalled by the Belgian defensive duo of Vertonghen and Alderweireld. They struck a balance in their play which was refreshing and marvellous to watch, earning them admirers across Europe. They were expected to push on this season and were one of the genuine contenders for the title, however following just one win in the last five premier league games. They are already 18 points behind the magnificent leaders, Manchester City.
By Ismael Dawood8 years ago in Cleats
Most Underrated Players in the Premier League
In any sport, there are many underrated players. When it comes to soccer, players are often overlooked, whether it be because they are outshined by star players, or simply underestimated by their potential. We created a list to bring the light that those players deserve to have shined on them.
By April Demarco8 years ago in Cleats
Best International Players in the NWSL
The National Women's Soccer League is one of the most competitive, intense, and interesting leagues to watch. It's the league of the most talented women in American soccer. As soccer's popularity begins to grow more and more in the US, the competition among the players grows as well.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Cleats
The Beauty of Soccer
My parents always told me, “no hands,” so I would run around the front yard with my hands up saying, “no hands.” That was the moment I became a soccer player. Soccer has been a part of my life for 17 years. This sport is what I know best and I surrounded my life around it and it will always be a part of my life.
By Leslie Arietta8 years ago in Cleats
