American sports fans sometimes suggest that soccer should do away with the offside rule. The thought is usually that this change would lead to more scoring, and therefore more entertaining games. But in order to understand the impact this would have on the game of soccer, it’s necessary to understand some key tactical principles that […]
Tactics
How Watching Soccer on TV Can Make You a Better Player
It’s pretty obvious that playing more soccer helps develop your skills, but you might not know that watching games on TV can also make you a better player. This sounds pretty cool, doesn’t it? Just flip on the tube and see your skill level skyrocket. Of course, watching soccer alone won’t turn you into a […]