Soccer Tennis is a sport that is played with a soccer ball and a net. As the name suggests, this sport works as a hybrid of Soccer and Tennis. A soccer tennis game consists of a court divided by a net and two teams occupying each side. Teams can consist of one, two, or three … Read more
You could barely see anything when Martín Palermo scored the winner against Peru in the 93rd minute. As the manager of his beloved Argentina, Maradona manufactured another epic chapter of the 2010 World Cup qualifiers by bringing in the 35-year-old Titán in the second half to save La Albiceleste’s qualifying chances. Only soccer in South … Read more
The role of the soccer fullback position is one of great complexity. For decades it had limited strategic importance on the pitch. But as formations evolved, so did the position. As a result, fullbacks are now expected to possess a deep understanding of the game, provide width, and supplement the attack in addition to their … Read more
It is generally accepted that the initial development of the modern football game took place in England in the early and middle years of the nineteenth century. This modern form was developed from existing folk games – loosely organized local contests often held irregularly, usually between unequal teams – primarily by the boys of Eton, … Read more
Cruyffian ideals permeate every aspect of the game, but few players have oozed Total Football quite like Ruud Gullit. The majestic Dutchman dominated in an era defined by great defenders, and he paved the way for an entire generation of world-class offensive players. Ruud Gullit Rapid Rise To Fame He was an imposing attacker who … Read more
Few players divided opinions quite like Roberto Baggio. He was beloved by some, hated by others. Unquestionably talented, yet rarely utilized to his full potential. Baggio was one of the best forwards in soccer to set foot on a pitch, but his entire legacy has unfairly been tarnished by one particular blemish. Roberto Baggio Divine … Read more
Managerial success is measured in silverware, but rarely do we consider the long-term influence of a coach on their players and peers. Marcelo Bielsa can’t boast a lavish trophy cabinet, but what he does enjoy is the acclaim of some of the greatest managers of the modern era. El Loco – The Madman Influenced by … Read more
The mighty Pelé often overshadowed Brazilian players of bygone generations. Still, there were some whose star shone just as bright and sometimes brighter than that of their legendary teammate. One of these iconic athletes was Mané Garrincha, a tricky speedster who defined the winger position and became one of his nation’s most revered players. The … Read more
Uruguayan superstar Luis Suárez divides opinions. He was beloved by many, despised by more. This is a man who attracted the ire of an entire continent, a man notorious for biting opponents, but also a family man and a generational talent. Seneca the Younger once wrote that there is no genius without a touch of … Read more
In the ever-changing landscape of football, there has been one constant. For 15 years, Lionel Messi has displayed an unrivaled dominance on the pitch; his success with Barcelona has been unparalleled. But World Cup glory continues to elude him. In the eyes of many Argentines, his failure to deliver the biggest prize in football may … Read more