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Ten Players Who Could Make The Step Up: National League North – Opinion https://ift.tt/rQOst2g The National League North has talented players who have shown top levels for their respective clubs this season, but which ones are most likely to make the step up? With the back end of the season coming around now teams in higher divisions will be keeping their eye out on players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. In this article, I will look at ten players I feel are ready to move up a level from the division. This will exclude loan players and only look at players permanently contracted to the club they play for. I also look in this article to point out some more niche options, some players who don’t get enough credit, and look away from the obvious choices to shine a light on how high in quality the National League North is. Liam Waldock – Alfreton Town Waldock is the first player on this list and it’s a strong start. Last season the attacking midfielder managed 20 goals and assists for Gainsborough and this season he is on nine goals and six assists and counting. So far he has been Alfreton’s key man and is only getting better. Waldock’s key attributes are his chance creation, scoring, and assisting an impressive amount for a midfielder, especially In a side that plays a direct style of football. His ability to read the game with late runs into the box is a key attribute to him managing to find the back of the net frequently and would be a top signing for most in the National League. Emmanuel Maja – Banbury Utd Maja is one of my favorite players in the National League North this season. The powerful midfielder is ever-present in the heart of Banbury’s midfield and has been a key asset to their side. In 25 appearances this season Maja has found the net four times, primarily from a deeper role in the midfield. Maja plays a key role in controlling the midfield for Banbury, winning battles, and using his physicality to dominate the opposition. His ability to dominate a midfield single-handedly at times is an ability that’s hard to come by in any division and whilst still 22 Maja has a big future ahead. Tom Leak – Boston Utd Leak is a left-footed centre-back who has been frequently impressive on many occasions for Boston this season. The 6’2 defender has played 24 times for Boston this season, scoring three times and keeping ten clean sheets in the process, helping the club during their playoff push whilst they currently sit sixth in the league. Leak is a dominant presence in the air, with his key attributes being his areal ability, winning his duels in a division where direct long balls are frequently played. Still young at 22, Leak is physically gifted and although his technical side is certainly not weak, he has age on his side and time to improve his game. A top raw talent who could be moulded into a Rolls Royce of a defender under the correct management. Kyle Finn – Tamworth FC A product of the Coventry ac...

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Name: Otávio Ataíde Date of birth: 21/04/2002 Predominant foot: left Position: centre-back; in my view he could also play as a defensive midfielder Club: Famalicão National team caps: none Report: very fast both in physical speed and in interpretating the ball and opponents (without the ball) trajectories, decision making. Doesn´t rush nor it´s precipitated in the approach over the adversary ball player, keep the pace until it gains space to force him to slow and than go for the tackle, if it isn´t possible to that approach, always displaying a good composure, concentration, good feet/body orientation toward the direction of the opponent in order to tackle him by sliding into the grass or to use his strength to allow him to touch the ball in a low risk of commiting a fault. Current season receive a yellow card in every four games, two in the first half and the other two taking place in the second half. Crossing defesnive situations has a good judgement of his position toward the goal and to where to deflect the ball avoiding own goal situation, which after sixteen games played in the portuguese league has 0 own goals. With the ball, has a good technique in dribbling, body movements to avoid or take the adversary, who is involved in the first offensive pressure phase, out of the ball reach so he gain a passing line, very rarely he resorts to kick the ball without criteria to the opponent team defensive pitch side. Need to improve the frequency that he dribble the forward, striker, or right winger, and progress with the ball toward his team offensive pitch side andnot only to gain space and to pass the ball to the left wing back colleague or to pass to the defensive midfielder or left inside midfielder, take more risk so his team could gain meters through ball possession in individual actions through him, which at the moment shows a conservative player in that aspect. Good accuracy in all of three passing distances, both aerial or ground passes and doesn´t hold the ball in a unnecessary way that allow the adversary to close the gaps in shadow playing, his good first pass accuracy lent the team speed in the variation of the ball position and force the opponent players to run and to wore down them while chasing the ball, because Otavio before he receive the ball he´s already envisioned what it´s the appropriate action to do. Adding to his height he has a good jump impulsion. Weak point not use of his right foot for passing #portugal #ligaportugal #brazilian Leagues suitable for his level: medium table clubs from Ligue 1(France); La Liga (Spain). Low table clubs of Bundesliga (Germany). Top clubs of Primeira Liga (Portugal); of Eredivisie (Netherlands); Jupiler League (Belgium). Date of the report: 25/01/2024

Football is more than simply a game; it's a cultural phenomenon that brings people together and arouses passions. This thorough book is your key to grasping the nuances of football, whether you're a novice keen to go on the pitch or an experienced fan looking to expand your knowledge. 1. Understanding the Basics Team Composition: Football is a team sport played between two teams, each comprising 11 players. This includes one designated goalkeeper who guards the team's goalpost. Objective: The primary goal in football is to score points by propelling the ball into the opposing team's goal. The team with the most goals at the end of the match emerges victorious. 2. The Pitch Dimensions: The football pitch is a rectangular field with standardized dimensions. The touchlines are the sidelines, and each end houses a goal. Center Circle: Located at the center of the pitch, this circle marks the spot where the match begins with a kickoff. 3. The Ball Size: A standard football is a spherical ball with a circumference of 68–70 cm. It is typically made of leather or other suitable materials. 4. Game Duration Halves: A standard football match is divided into two halves, each lasting approximately 45 minutes. A halftime break provides teams a chance to regroup. Extra Time: In knockout competitions, if scores are tied, extra time may be played, consisting of two 15-minute halves. 5. Scoring Goal: A goal is scored when the entire ball crosses the goal line between the goalposts and beneath the crossbar. The team with the most goals at the end of the match is declared the winner. 6. Offside Rule Position: The offside rule is a crucial element in football. A player is considered offside if they are nearer to the opponent's goal line than both the ball and the second-to-last defender when the ball is played to them. Exceptions: Players are not offside if they are in their half of the pitch or level with the second-to-last defender or level with the last two defenders. 7. Fouls and Free Kicks Fouls: Various actions are deemed fouls, including tripping, pushing, or handling the ball with hands (except for the goalkeeper within their penalty area). Free Kicks: Free kicks are awarded after a foul. The opposing team must maintain a specified distance until the ball is back in play. 8. Penalty Kicks Awarded: Penalty kicks are awarded for serious fouls committed within the penalty area. Execution: Taken from the penalty spot, only the goalkeeper can defend against the penalty taker. 9. Throw-Ins Awarded: When the ball crosses the sideline, a throw-in is awarded to the opposing team. Execution: Players use both hands while keeping both feet on the ground. The throw must be made from behind and over the head.

League One Team Of The Season So Far – Opinion https://ift.tt/8alWvD3 The League One season is almost at an end and what a season it’s been, but statistically which players would make the team of the season so far if the season was to end now? To work this out, I will be using the latest SofaScore ratings to work out what the current League One team of the season would be if the campaign were to end now, rather than in a few months. To select the best possible XI based on the data that the website provides, I have decided to go with the 3-5-2 formation. My reasoning for this decision is based solely on the number of midfielders that are featured in the top end of the ratings. One question you may be wondering is, Is there a criteria that a player needs to meet to be considered? The answer to that is yes, for players to be selected in this squad they will need to have played at least 60% of the total number of League One minutes that their respected side has played so far this season. Due to the strict criteria and the high number of players, there have been several surprise exclusions from the squad including; Kwame Poku (Peterborough, 7.31), Antony Evans (Bristol Rovers, 7.30) and Herbie Kane (Barnsley 7.28). I have also covered League Two and the National League so far and now it’s time to cover League One. With that being said, let’s take a look at the 2023/24 League One team of the season so far according to SofaScore… Goalkeeper: Nathan Baxter (7.21) Kicking off the team between the sticks is Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Nathan Baxter, who has accumulated an average match rating of 7.21, 0.04 higher than Barnsley’s Liam Roberts and Burton’s Max Crocombe. Baxter has made 28 appearances in League One this season, averaging 2.8 saves per match and has kept an impressive 12 clean sheets, cementing his place firmly in this squad. Defender: Carl Piergianni (7.43) Stevenage’s Carl Piergianni is the next inclusion for the League One team of the season so far and with an average rating of 7.43, it would be difficult to leave him out of this team. The experienced defender is the fourth highest-rated player in the division this season, scoring four goals from 34 appearances and currently averaging 4.7 ball recoveries, 1.4 tackles and 1.4 interceptions per 90 minutes and has played a crucial role under Steve Evans once again this season. Defender: Eiran Cashin (7.41) Continuing the defence is Derby’s Eiran Cashin, who has an average match rating of 7.41 in League One this season which means he sits fifth in the League One list or second in the defensive list. The youngster attracted serious interest from Premier League side Brighton in the summer and with statistics such as 1.8 interceptions, 2.1 tackles and 5.8 ball recoveries, it’s easy to see why he is a man of interest and why the 22-year-old makes this team. Defender: Harrison Burrows (7.38) Completing the defence is Peterborough’s Harrison Burrows and once aga...

I've always wanted to make a session about football ⚽⚽,but didn't get the chance till today and I was excited preparing it and studying all the game terminologies and rules . Here are some of the vocabularies that we had in the session : 1- pitch : the area where footballers play a match . 2- midfielders : the players who pass the ball to the strikers so that they can score but also defend . 3- defender : the player who tries to stop the other team from scoring goals 4- striker : the player who scores goal . 5- a penalty : a free shot at goal awarded by the referee to a team after a foul has been committed in the penalty area. 6- throw in : a throw is taken from the sideline (or touchline) after the ball has gone out of play. 7- corner : a kick from the corner flag awarded to the attacking team when the ball has crossed the goall-line (or byline) after last being touched by a player of the defending team. 8- dribble : to move a ball along the ground with repeated small kicks or hits. 9- tackle : to try to take the ball from a player in the other team .

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🚀 *Manchester United's Counter-Attack Mastery: A Key to Their Scoring Success* ⚽ Manchester United has excelled in counter-attacking football this season, scoring an impressive 21 goals from counter-attacks out of their 57 total goals. This means that approximately 36.8% of their goals came from swift and decisive counter-attacks. ### 🔑 Key Principles of Manchester United's Counter-Attacks: #### 1. 🛡 Defensive Preparation - Solid Defense: The team maintains a solid defensive shape to quickly regain possession. - Anticipation: Defenders and midfielders anticipate where the ball might be lost by the opponent to position themselves for a quick transition. #### 2. ⚡ Pressing Trigger - Identify Triggers: The team recognizes moments when the opposition is vulnerable, such as when a specific player receives the ball under pressure. - Immediate Pressure: They apply immediate and intense pressure on this player to force an error, regain possession, and launch a counter-attack. #### 3. 🎯 Win Second Balls - Positioning: During set-pieces or crosses, Manchester United positions players to anticipate where the ball might land after an initial challenge. - React Quickly: Players are ready to react swiftly to loose balls in the final third, maintaining pressure and turning defensive situations into attacking opportunities. #### 4. 🏃♂ Quick Transition - Speed: Manchester United moves the ball rapidly from defense to attack, exploiting the opposition's disorganization. - Vertical Play: They utilize forward passes to advance the ball quickly, often with fewer touches. #### 5. 🎯 Finishing - Clinical Finishing: Players are prepared to take shots quickly and accurately, as counter-attacks may result in fewer but high-quality chances. ### 🌟 Man United's Counter-Attacking Patterns: 1. 🛡 Pressing Triggers and Surrounding the Ball Carrier:   - Setup: Manchester United effectively surrounds the ball carrier, closing off all passing options.   - Execution: They leave one player as a pressing trigger. As soon as the ball carrier attempts to pass to this player, a Manchester United player pounces quickly, intercepting the ball and launching a rapid counter-attack. 2. 🎯 Capitalizing on Second Balls in the Final Third:   - Setup: During crosses and set-pieces, Manchester United positions 2-3 players on the edge of the box.   - Execution: These players are ready to pounce on the second ball, maintaining pressure and creating immediate scoring opportunities from the rebound or clearance. Manchester United’s counter-attacking prowess is a testament to their strategic planning and execution. Their ability to quickly transition from defense to offense has been a crucial factor in their scoring success this season. #ManchesterUnited #PremierLeague #CounterAttack #FootballTactics #SoccerStrategy #GoalScoring #FootballAnalysis Once Sport ---

There’s a lot of “kicking” when it comes to soccer. Today, we have our Managing Director, Wes Harris, offering us some insider lingo when it comes to all the different “kick” terms to know before attending a game: ⚽Free Kick: A free kick awarded to a team following a foul committed by the opposing team. The ball is placed at the location of the foul, and the offensive team is allowed to take a direct or indirect free kick, depending on the nature of the foul. ⚽Penalty Kick: A direct free-kick awarded to the attacking team when a defensive player commits a foul inside their penalty area. It is a direct kick from the penalty spot, 12 yards away from the goal line. ⚽Goal Kick: Awarded to the defending team when the offensive team last touched the ball before it crossed the goal line (but not into the goal). The ball is kicked back into play from within the goal area. ⚽Corner Kick: A restart of play that occurs when the ball goes out of bounds over the goal line, and the offensive team kicks it back into play from the corner arc. Awarded to the offensive team when the defending team is the last to touch the ball before it crosses the goal line, but not into the goal. The ball is kicked into play from the corner arc. ⚽Drop Kick / Punt: A goalkeeper may use a drop kick to restart play after gaining possession of the ball. The ball is dropped from the goalkeeper's hands and kicked before it touches the ground. #USLArkansas #UnitedSoccerLeague #USLChampionship #soccerskills #soccerlife