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How do I score a perfect header?

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When the ball is in the air and near you, jump and hit the ball in the center with your forehead. To curve, hit from the side.

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What part of my foot is the inside with relation to hitting a soccer ball?

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If your right foot is your strong foot, then the inside of your foot is the left side of the foot.

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Which side of my foot do I need to shoot a football?

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To get power use your laces. If you are passing use the inside of your foot.

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How can I give a good pass in soccer?

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Use the inside of your foot when passing. Try to have your foot end up at about hip level and towards your intended target.

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How do I get over the fear of shooting a soccer ball?

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Don't let the fear take you over. You just have to be confident when you shoot and everything will be fine.

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How do I kick a soccer ball correctly?

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Try wearing the right sneakers, it must be something that you feel comfortable wearing and it should be very light.

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How come every time I shoot the ball, it goes way up and never where I want it to be?

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You aren't aiming properly. First look at the ball and the place you want it to go, then shoot.

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How do I control the ball during a match?

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Stay calm, know your surroundings, and keep the ball close to your feet without it getting stuck at your feet.

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How do I shoot hard with the ball lofted?

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Either use a bicycle kick, which is like a back flip with a kick at the top of the flip, or volley the ball into the net with your head or upper body.

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What size ball should I use?

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This varies by age and league. Generally very young children use 1-2, slightly older children use a 3, teenagers a 4, and adults or pro players use size 5.

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How many steps do I take during my run up?

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For shooting, it depends where the ball is located. I strongly recommend what's called a stutter step before you shoot though. It helps you set up and build up power.

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My left foot is my strong foot, but I want to improve my right foot. What can I do?

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Practice the same drills you normally do with your left foot with your right. This will take a month or two, but if you practice a lot you'll see results.

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How can I do a proper bicycle kick if I am too tall and it is hard to do a back flip?

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Control the ball with the chest, wait for it to drop and then volley it; this is a replacement for the bicycle kick if you can't do it.

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How can I do a bicycle kick?

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To make a bicycle kick, lift the knee on your kicking leg, flick the opposite leg, and then jump while swinging your kicking leg to make the shot. wikiHow's article on doing a bicycle kit would also be helpful for you.

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How do I get used to hitting with the side of my foot?

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Find a wall or any other surface you can kick the ball against. Keep kicking the ball with the side of your foot at the wall, and over time you will notice yourself becoming more adept at using the side of your foot.

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How do I position my leg for the strike?

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Plant your foot on the ground, pointing to the target. Use your striking foot to hit the ball.

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How can I hit a bullet shot in soccer?

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Do core exercises. The power of your shot is generated from your core. The stronger your core, the stronger your shot. Also, hit the ball right in the middle to generate the most power.

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How do you make it stay on the ground

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Try to hit the ball in the center. This will make it stay on the ground.

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How do I loft a ball when it is still?

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Make sure your foot is underneath it, hit it with your laces, point your toes down, and shoot!

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How do I lock my ankle through the duration of the shot?

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Curl your toes and shape your toes like you're trying to pick something with them.

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How do I get a soccer ball off the ground?

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Point your toes toward the ground, then place them right behind the underside of the ball. Kick upward.

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How can I execute a power hit?

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Try expelling all the energy you can, like screaming or otherwise letting all out, as you kick the ball.

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How do I defend a penalty?

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You cant unless you are a goalkeeper. When the opponent kicks but the goalie saves it but doesn't catch it you can defend then.

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How do I kick a soccer ball with full power?

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Utilize your toes, but, when kicking, time the ball to touch the top of your feet by elevating the ball a little when running. This should be easy when you are stationary.

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How can I make a long shot?

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Find a spot underneath the ball and kick right under it so it gets high. You also need a lot of power in your leg.

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I can never shoot a good shot. What should I do?

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Pay attention to where you kick the ball. For a good and accurate shot, kick between the inside of your foot and the laces. It may take some practice.

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Do I have kick below the ball to lift it?

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Yes, you do. Also, leaning back slightly can improve the lift of the ball.

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How do I retrain myself to shoot correctly?

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It requires plenty of practice. The best way to monitor your technique is to film yourself taking a shot. Then you can watch the video and see what you need to improve. Practice the shot over and over again to break bad habits!

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If I'm a defender and I have to clear the ball, then how to do that?

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You simply find a gap upfield, and kick the ball as hard as you can to get it off your half.

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Does glucose intake help during a soccer match?

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Yes. Glucose is the body's main fuel. What you want is energy that burns slowly but doesn't make you feel full. Fruits and vegetables such as bananas, spinach, and kale are a few examples. Eat meals when you can, but stick to snacks like fruits, vegetables, and nuts hours before the game.

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