Liverpool Won The Premier League After 30 Years
When Liverpool threatened to slide off again, according to numerous fans, only one man could help there, and the former coach of Borussia Dortmund was needed. Jürgen Klopp had already attracted international attention a long time ago. All mass media of England raved about the dramatic UEFA Champions League final that took place in London. BVB was defeated by their all-time opponent FC Bayern Munich, but the cornerstone for the further career of Jürgen Klopp was laid then. The management of Liverpool heard the fans and brought Klopp to the club as a new coach. That should prove to be a stroke of luck for everyone involved.
(more…)The Penalties of a Soccer Game
Soccer is the all-around sport of the world. The strength in numbers of fans and enthusiasts alike outweigh all others in competitive audiences. For newcomers to the field, it can be intimidating to follow along with the blur of streaking colors running across from one goal to another. In its earlier days, it was not known as “soccer or futbol”. The rules were a bit scarce as in medieval times a plethora of penalties were allowed. Actions did not have the same consequences as they do in the modern version of the game. It was common to see a no hold barred approach to secure the win. Biting, grabbing, and other brutal behaviors that were noted as “playing”. (more…)
The Fans Behind the Football Team
Football aka Soccer is a birth given right for loyal fans around the world. Every sport has their own clubs or following; however football clubs and teams take the proverbial cake when it comes to their devotees. We have seen arenas filled to the brim with screaming enthusiasts sporting their teams colors. Face paint, body markings and elaborate accessories are all a part of playing the role of the truest fan. There are car emblems and household décor to keep the football theme alive after the season denoting hardcore fanfare across the playing field. The ultimate test of loyalty comes when the team doesn’t fare well and still holds a thriving community of followers. Unlike other sports, Football cliques are not always indigenous to the teams regional locale. Interestingly, they have tremendous support from shore to shore across the globe. (more…)
Facts You Should Know About The World Cup
Anyone with a pulse has heard of the World Cup. It is the event of epic proportions that captivates the world’s attention every 4 years. Football aka Soccer is the most popular sport to date with loyal fans and spectators who never miss a game. The FIFA World Cup Tournament is the largest sporting experience outside of the Olympics. With all of the sports classes, Football ranks the highest across all of the countries except for the United States who still participate in the event. FIFA stands for the “Federation Internationale de Football Association”. The Association is the foundation of Football forming guidelines, happenings and organizing the roster along the way. They are responsible for maintaining and developing Football as both a sport and a tradition. (more…)
Football for All Ages
They say you are never too old to learn new tricks, however what about being too young? When it comes to sports, you will find a variety of ages signing up for the team. Football in particular has an early access for aspiring players. The sport itself is top rated worldwide bringing spotlighted attention to the field. With all of the attention and fanfare, becoming a Football player is an ultimate dream for some children. (more…)
The Clever Aspects of Football
Football is noted as a quick and clever sport. The name is derived from the usage of a player’s foot to field a win for their team. Hands on tactics need not apply during the game as the teams center their skill using their kicks, stops and maneuvering the ball mostly with their lower body. When we look at various sports, the three main balls of choice remain Association Football. American Football and Baseball. You can typically tell by their uniform which suit belongs on their respective field. Association Football players wear cool and colorful shorts and shirt with shin guards or pads and appropriate boot style shoes. (more…)
Did You Know the Football Referee Wasn’t Always There?
It’s a little-known fact that football referees were not necessary in the early beginnings of the sport back in 1846. Players and technical directors trusted in the chivalry and honesty of the rival team (looks like things have changed quite a bit, huh?). At the time, all disputes were resolved between the captains as true “gentlemen”. (more…)
Let’s Talk About the Penalty, Penalty Kick or Maximum Penalty
The penalty, maximum penalty or penalty kick is a technical sanction contemplated in the football’s rulebook (rule 14). It consists of a free kick from the penalty spot located 11 meters from the goal line, and only with the goalkeeper of the defending team between the penalty shooter and the goal. (more…)
The 3 Stadiums with The Highest Capacity in The World
To the surprise of many, the stadium holding the greatest capacity of seated spectators in the world is not Camp Nou, Maracana or the Azteca stadium. Moreover, it’s not even found in Europe or in America. That’s right, the stadium with the highest capacity in the world is the Rungrado May Day Stadium. Built in North Korea, an Asian country with little football tradition (if any). (more…)
Sprained Ankle and Knee, The Most Common Injuries in Footballers
In a match, a soccer player easily can run a race of 30 or 40 meters at full speed, then stop and change directions in a matter of seconds. These constant and intense changes of rhythms are very aggressive on the body, even a highly trained one. These intense changes can produce a sprain, a very common injury in football players.
Being football one of the most intense and tough sports that exist, it shouldn’t surprise anyone to know that injuries are the order of the day. Although it is rough, perhaps not so much at the level of resistance as there are other sports such as marathon and cycling that are much more demanding in this regard. However, in terms of the structure of the human body, football is much more aggressive. These are the most common injuries in footballers: (more…)
The story of the FA cup
The FA Cup is the most famous domestic cup competition in the world. It is held annually and the entrants include all teams from the first 10 levels of English football... Read more