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Soccer Player's Guide to Foot Care. Top Story - October 2018.
Do you think the best US Men's soccer players got that title without taking care of their precious pigs? Every footballer benefits from a soccer player's guide to foot care. In this game, your feet are your most valuable assets. All the fancy footwork in the world ceases to matter if you're dealing with turf toe, cramps, sprains, or athlete's foot. It's possible to guard against all of these problems as long as you care for your feet, toes, and ankles properly. In order to keep killing it on the soccer field, be sure you're equipped with the best info for foot care.
By George Herman7 years ago in Cleats
How to Wear Soccer Shin Guards
It's imperative that you wear soccer shin guards every time you play, but you also have to wear them correctly. If they slip down your shins, don't fit properly, or cause discomfort, then they won't do you any good. Don't go thinking that you're safe without them, either. Your shins deserve complete protection whether you're practicing with your friends or going head-to-head with a rival team. Your legs are your most valuable assets and your most vulnerable body parts in soccer. You have to wear shin guards to stand out as a confident, competent player. Trust me, no one's going to think you're cool or tough just because you're the only soccer player with bare shins. Odds are they'll take advantage of your weakness instead.
By Nick Paroni7 years ago in Cleats
Best Cleats Under $50
Coming across heavy duty cleats under $50 can be hard. After all, most people are going to want cleats that don't just get them through the soccer or football season, but instead provide longevity for many years to come. Yet, when sports come into play, there's no telling how long cleats will last.
By Alicia Springer7 years ago in Cleats
The Best Selling Men's Soccer Shin Guards in 2018
You risk serious injury in the world of sports, if you do not have the right gear for your game. You wouldn't wear soccer cleats for baseball or ice skates for tennis. In any sport, there is critical equipment needed for either safety or performance, and one such item in soccer is the shin guard. Protecting one's shins from being kicked and other impact damage, the shin guard is an indispensable piece of gear; and when fitting for shin guards, it is important to consider a number of properties to see which guards will work best for you. Like any critical sportswear item, shin guards are available from a variety of companies with a litany of different features for enhanced comfort, protection, moisture wicking, and performance. When it comes down to the best selling men's soccer shin guards for 2018 though, this gear is in a league of their own.
By Fred Eugene Park7 years ago in Cleats
Three of the Best Ever British Managers
The word ‘Legend’ is often over used. That sentence alone has become something of a cliché in itself but the word legend still exists and is banded around as if being a club legend was a simple task to achieve.
By Andrew Macfarlane7 years ago in Cleats
Kicking and Screaming
In June of 1974, the Chilean National Football team or “la Roja” gathered for a speech presented by their head of state, Augusto Pinochet, before being sent abroad to the World Cup. Only nine months earlier, Pinochet had assumed the position as president of Chile after a successful coup d’etat which resulted in the death of former Socialist President Salvador Allende and the so called “interior war” propagated by Pinochet’s regime against civilians. This speech came days before the team was set to travel abroad to play in the World Cup tournament against West Germany. At the conclusion of the speech, the team members stood in a line as Pinochet and five government officials shook their hands. One member, Leonardo Véliz remembers this experience and stated that, “having to shake hands with the head of a government that practiced state terrorism was very difficult.” Another teammate, Carlos Caszely recalled the same moment, sharing a similar opinion as Véliz. However, Caszely did not submit himself to shaking hands and in that moment refused to do so. “A cold shiver went down my spine” he recalls, “when he started coming closer I put my hand behind me and didn’t give it to him.” According to an interview with the player, Caszely states that his refusal to shake hands with Pinochet came after news of his mother’s abduction and torture by the Chilean police. In retrospect, he believes the initial abduction to be a sort of warning for him to keep his silence about the state of the country while abroad. Caszely’s decision to not acknowledge Pinochet is widely regarded as the first public display of dissidence against the regime since it’s beginning.
By Kristen F7 years ago in Cleats
Review of West Ham Utd’s Season so Far
Being a dedicated iron, I am hardened to the disappointments of football, and the beginning of the West Ham Utds 18/19 season has provided plenty of that. I’m sure the majority of West Ham fans went into the season with expectations that knew no limits due to the investment from the board and the ambitious appointment of prestigious manager Manuel Pellegrini. But those hopes were quickly deflated by the thrashing at Anfield from a Liverpool side looking to win the title. The game featured many new West Ham signings including; Felipe Anderson, who signed from Italian side Lazio in the summer for a record fee believed to be around 40 million pounds. Ryan Fredericks, a free transfer from newly promoted side Fulham. Lukasz Fabianski, a steal from Swansea, and Fabian Balbuena who signed for a fee of around 3.5 million pounds from Brazil. The Paraguay international did not shine in the thrashing despite being dubbed the Brazilian Ramos by some foreign fans. The Liverpool beating was a kick back down to earth for the entire team and fans as the expectations got the better of them.
By Jack Hash7 years ago in Cleats
Best Shin Guards for Indoor Soccer. Top Story - October 2018.
We've all heard horror stories of broken fibulas during intense soccer games. That's why players, from youth age to the pros invest in quality shin guards to protect their legs. Shin guards for indoor soccer are easy to find, because shin guards used in soccer will be the same for both outdoor soccer and indoor soccer. Regardless of where you play, every soccer player needs the same protection. Soccer shin guards are used to protect soccer players not only from the soccer ball, but most importantly, from other player’s feet. While indoor soccer may be less risky because players aren’t wearing spiked cleats, you’ll still want protection on your shins from possible kicks.
By Morgan E. Westling7 years ago in Cleats
Man Utd Managerial Debate
Despite a fantastic second-half comeback in a recent game against Newcastle (at home on October 6) there still remains speculation as to how long Jose Mourinho will remain the manager at Man Utd. This speculation also means various managers are being linked with the job of Man United manager. One recurring name is Mauricio Pochettino, and as it stands, he is the third favourite on oddschecker to receive the manager's job.
By Matt Woodburn7 years ago in Cleats
Nike Cleats-Raised On Concrete Colour Way Review
Inspired by the creativity and ball control forged in the small-sided game, the Raised on Concrete pack brings the energy of the court to the pitch. I will go through all the cleats that have endorsed this colour way, and rate them out of 10 on how they look.
By Hannah Lawrence7 years ago in Cleats
Is a North American 'Super League' the Solution for North American Soccer?
North American soccer has received heavy criticism in recent years for the formatting of the CONCACAF Champions League, North/Central America’s version of the famed European competition. This criticism has been justified, as little to no attention has been paid to the competition by clubs and fans alike. This lack of a legitimate continental championship creates a void for many fans. During the MLS season, all the attention is on making it to the playoffs or winning the supporter’s shield, with little attention on the US Open Cup or the aforementioned CONCACAF Champions League. With the MLS being the main attraction for those in the United States and Canada, those who watch the European game understand that something is missing.
By Kyle Clayton7 years ago in Cleats
Why Borussia Dortmund Will Be This Season’s Bundesliga Champions
Coach The hire of Lucien Favre showed a real desire to change the philosophy in the squad. I became a fan of his style of play during his time in OGC Nice (French Ligue 1). His ball possession system led Nice to having its best season in nearly 40 years. Taking over Dortmund after a disastrous season is definitely a challenge. So far, I believe that he has proven that he is the right man for the job.
By Yannis Kanga7 years ago in Cleats