There is always something you can improve in your soccer game no matter how skillful you are!

Even the best players in the world work hard every day on improving their current skills.

This is why they are so good, they are able to recognize and improve their weak sides!

In this part I will give you 12 tips on how you can become a better player and improve your currect skills.

1. Soccer is Not a Solo Sport

The most important thing to remember is that soccer is not a one man game.

Keep in mind that there are 10 more players that you need to share the ball with.

If you like to play for your own satisfaction then start with tennis or some other solo sport.

2. Let The Ball do The Work

Don’t run with the ball at your feet and transport it too much as you will get tired fast.

The ball will always be much faster than you, so play smart and avoid running like a Duracell rabbit 🙂 Try to be more clever than your opponent’s and play smart.

3. Pick The Best Option

Always figure out whether you should dribble, pass or run with the ball before you even have received it. This is very important in games where tempo is high.

4. Always try to Stress Your Opponent

This is very important because your opponent will not only need to concentrate on the ball, he will also need to keep an eye on you.

5. Hide Your Move

Never reveal your next move too early. Instead, try to make your opponent unsecure about what you aim to do next!

6. Use Your Wingers

Usually a soccer game is often concentrated in the center of the field. Try therefore to use your wingers to exploit your opponent’s sides.

7. First Touch is The Key

Try to pass the ball on first touch. This will confuse your opponent’s because they will not know how to stop you.

8. Focus

Always remain focused on your game. Remember, the game is not over until the referee blows his whistle

9. Hard Work

Always try to do your best on the soccer field and never give up no matter how hard it feels!

10. Communication

It is important to communicate with your teammates. Always encourage them (even when they make mistakes) and offer them a passing alternative.

11. Develop Your Orientation

Good orientation is important because it is not easy to keep control on the ball while watching for a teammate to pass the ball to.

12. Practice Often

Remember that you need to practice often especially on the parts of your game that you need to improve.

Summary

Remember, nothing comes for free. It’s the same with your soccer skills, you really need to work hard if you want to achive your goals.

I am not saying this just for the sake of it, it is really true, hard work pays off, soon or later!