Haven't seen one of those indoor school sports halls from inside since a decade. I guess the pitch is made of linoleum or wood, in an old school way.
We will use one of those yellow balls with an outer layer made of felt. Don't know if these exist outside of Europe lol.

So not futsal-like at all.

How I remember it, the ball is really sliding/slipping a lot and harder to control when it comes to first touches and dribbling. I'm also not the most technically gifted guy, hence my concerns. Any tips are much welcome. Thanks!

Played futsal last night and made a lot mistakes, no confidence to take on players and unable to make a proper pass. Really feel like shit. Felt like the worst player over there. I play every two weeks. Any advice. I know myself i can play well but I don’t know where to get the confidence especially to take on players and not panic when I get the ball.. thanks guys

I am a 14 year old and have been on the outside of the field my whole life. I started out as an outside defender and changed to midfield last year and played mostly right mid. I am smaller and not the most fast. But I do have very good game sense and passing. Should I make the switch to center mid?

Hey all,

Coming back from my 3rd foot surgery and finally pushing into the over 30 league, come to the realization that I should probably look after my body a little better - especially my feet.

I've pretty much always worn Nike vapors / super narrow, light cleats and my feet just can't handle them anymore.

Looking for some suggestions on the most comfortable, padded, well supported cleats y'all can think of. I know that the Copa Mundial's are pretty well regarded in that aspect, but interested in some other options. The one caveat is I have very narrow feet, which is why I've typically stuck to the narrow cleats (like the vapors)

They're on sale, Numero 10 is $50 and the Planet is $52, just trying to figure out what the difference is other then the Planet is made from recycled material. Regular MSRP on the planet is $20 more so wondering if it's a better ball because it's more expensive or...?

Anyone know of a product or solution to protect the calf area of my leg, outside the shin guard area? Or is there a shin guard that wraps around a bit more?

I’ve got a swollen bruise on my inside calf but it’s otherwise not impeding me at all, but would still like to protect it from any further impact!

I want a new pair of boots because I’m getting back into football. I want a pair which I can use to play 3-5 times a week. I play right mid and right winger occasionally. These are my top 3 choices right now, all elite, if you have any recommendations other than those pls lmk.

P.s any website to buy for less in the us?

I need help learning how to maximise my power, I can hit the ball far but it doesn’t travel fast and when i try to shoot it moves way too slow to be called a powershot, i don’t know why this is but i’m thinking that it’s because im not correctly turning my momentum into power so im wondering how to do that correctly and any other tips would be helpful

I play in the adult recreational league, a friendly league for adults age 25 and up. No one gets a trophy. Pretty chill, no one wants to get injured and everyone wants to have fun. If you did a howler, people will be mad at you for only a minute. However, I have this asshat on the team, he thinks he is all that. He got big ego and thinks he’s better than everyone else. One time he stole a ball from me, even tripped me over because he thinks I can’t dribble. He also disrespect the referees and talk shit to them, the referees are volunteers and aren’t getting paid. Whenever he gets the ball, he thinks he can dribble past the entire field, but always kick the ball at the opposing player hoping that the ball will go out. One time, he yelled at me for not being able to accurately past the ball from the penalty line to past the midfield line. I’m like, get in position you asshole! He doesn’t shake hands with the team and left being pissed off at the end of the game. Please don’t be that asshole.

So, there’s a 5v5 tournament and we’re thinking of participating. We are:

Me: a GK in Sunday League. My main weakness is that I suck with the ball at my feet. I am pretty fast and have average endurance. Most people have told me I’m a better defender than keeper in 5v5 cause almost nobody at this level can outrun me.

Friend A: right footed guy, bad endurance, but he has pretty good technique. He played either as a midfielder or RB in 11v11. He doesn’t play 11v11 anymore.

Friend B: another right footed guy. He has pretty bad technique, but has a much better endurance than almost everyone. He also has above average speed but nothing exceptional.

Friend C: LB in a Sunday League team (not the same as me). He’s pretty good defensively and average offensively.

Friend D: A 140 kg guy who can barely run. He has pretty bad technique, but an average shot.

So, how would you place us? Should I play GK or let D play keeper while I play defense? Aside from that, who should play where?

Hi! I'm looking for new AG boots. I'm currently looking at the puma kings and the women boots have really cool limited edition boot. What are the diffrence between mens and womens puma kings? Thank you in advance.

I trained football for about 5 months altogether and I'm not that good, I'm 14 and my friend is telling me to join his team but I don't know if I'm gonna play at all and most players are better than me. Aswell as the CB (my main position) spots are taken, I would have to play LB or Defensive Midfielder but I'm only 5'5. Should I just stick to school?

I have a pair of copa mundials. Have had them for years and years. I was wondering if anyone else still wears them or is just me.

For a beginner-intermediate, which team should I choose?

1. Team 1. Everyone is better than me
2. Team 2. Everyone is around my level
3. Team 3. I'm one of the top players

I don't get a lot of touches in Team 1 but I do learn from watching them play. Team 2 is most fun because there's little pressure. Team 3 I get to play striker and boost my confidence

I recently talked to a bunch of smart genuine people who told me the truth about my situation. I figured out even if I can't make semi pro I'll try to train like a pro or semi-pro player in the future. I also love phycology, biology, spots science (I did well in all those subjects) and my teachers say I'm probably on of the best team workers they've seen. I would love to work in the Football/Soccer department but I don't think I'll have the semi-pro or pro experience of playing.

Therefore I want specific Alternatives for this work department. I also was thinking couch or manager but that seems to much of a stretch I mean even the lower league couches have managed some short Career.

Please if anyone's out there that knows give me guidance.

So right now I play for my local club and right now we are not performing the best but on a personal level I am performing extremely well. And I’m a cb so my other cb who’s been a lifelong friend of mine wants to go to a different team who’s a level or even 2 divisions above us. But I don’t I’m too loyal and I feel like that’s a problem. Any suggestions? Is being loyal to a club that won’t give you as much recognition or opportunity as others even a bad thing?

I do see a good amount of New Balance love here, which is cool. In the real world, however, there is some noticeable “stigma” with New Balance in that they aren’t Nike or Adidas.

I was always a Nike dude. I got heel issues from my last set of mercurials. Saw a super cheap deal on a set of Tekela V4 Pro laceless. I’m absolutely in love. I’ve had them for a few months now, and they’re just incredible. I don’t have a single complaint, except maybe the colorway options.

Long story short, don’t sell yourself short because of bs branding. Not only are NB top models cheaper, they’re absolutely competitive with Nike, Adidas, Mizuno etc.

In other news, I’m sad to report the beginnings of sole separation on my Tekelas. Not an issue yet, but likely will be soon. This isn’t a knock against them for me though, as they’ve undergone major abuse on really hot turf/AG for the past couple months. Nothing I’ve worn would survive that. Will be ordering a new pair soon.

Hi all,

In the UK here, and I am playing football tonight after about 10 years. It is on a nice artificial pitch I have been told. Can I ask if these sort of boots are appropriate for this field? Not sure what is/is not allowed on artificial pitches. Thanks!

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Hey all,

What's the best way to replicate the physical exertion of an 11-a-side competitive game when I have a game cancelled one week, for example?

Keen to do a similar amount of fitness so I'm ready for the next week!

Hi there, Really interested in getting a pair of Mizuno Morelia dna but can only find the mix stud variation in my size. Anyone have any experience with it as the soleplate looks to be fairly different than the fg? Cheers

I was recently told that my running gait was bad. Feet stick outwards when i walk and run. So i started to change it and straighten it. But now it seems my muscle memory is not adjusting to how i kick the ball. Example: if im going for a straight pass with my right leg, it veers off to the left because my foot use to go flush with the ball with a slight turn, but now its on an angle. Anyone else ever experince this, and any tips to overcome?

When i have time to make a pass or shot its fine. But in instances when im under pressure and you go by instinct, which is most of the time, Its bad. Espicially when balls are flying in for a tap in. I stick my foot out but my foot would be on an angle and the ball would veer left off target.

I'm new to soccer and am playing in a beginner friendly 8v8 half pitch league. I'm the center mid which I enjoy and recently heard about the box-to-box midfielder role in 11v11 games which I'm fully enamored with.

Is there a way to be a true box-to-box midfielder on the smaller pitch with fewer people and if so, what would you recommend I learn about and practice to make that a reality?

Context I play on a rec league for my college. I'm 5'9" and weigh between 144-147lb. I'm 22 btw. I'm a lefty. The season hasn't started yet but once it does I will play righ mid. My team doesn't have a practice schedule since its rec but I still practice solo.

I been using this training for 2 weeks and I was wondering how can I improve it.

Monday: Stamina drills for 20-25 minutes Ball juggling for 5 minutes Shooting practice for 5 minutes

Wednesday: Full field sprint back and forth twice, in total 4 times. Ball juggling for 5 minutes Shooting for 5-10 minutes

Saturday: Shooting drills for 10-20 minutes Dribbling drills for 10 minutes Ball jugglinfg for 5 minutes Wall pouncing for 5 minutes

Second week was pretty much the same except I added a few more reps to my stamina drills to try to improve my stamina.

My main goal is to improve my stamina because I just got back to Idaho (college) after spending around 5 months in Florida.

I always do static stretches after my workout and before going to bed as well as dynamic stretches before practing. I also try eating as healthy as possible, I usually eat grilled chicken breast and white rice 2-3 times a week for lunch.

Hey everyone!

I'm curious about your routines as a recreational player. I want to ask:

1. How often do you play matches and train on your own each week?
2. How do you balance football with other fitness activities like:
   • Hitting the gym
   • Going for runs
   • Technical work e.g. wall passes, etc
3. Do you watch what you eat to support your football?

I'm looking to step up my own routine and would love to hear how you all manage to fit everything in around work/study and life in general. Any tips or tricks would be awesome!

Cheers for sharing!

I have to change my boots, i have some Nike tiempos 9 and it is actually good, I like it, but I want to change now bc I’m playing another position now (fullback) I’ve been thinking about some mercurials, f50s or phantoms, anyone who have tried one of those 3, what is your opinion, would y’all recommend it or would y’all buy it again? Thanksss

Hello,

I’m a 16 year old guy who plays for an amateur adult side and I’m a regular starter for the team since about the 2nd preseason game I played for the team(currently on the 6th game of the season meaning I’ve played about 8 or 9 games for the team overall)

I realise that when I play on the wing I don’t usually get the ball passed to me too much and for the last 5 games I’ve been only playing on the wing/as a CF. I just want to know what I can do to get the ball more at RW so I can cut in or cross the ball in more and create more chances/score goals.

Just started playing football again and was looking to grab some boots. For me, the main thing is comfortability, i want a shoe with a somewhat thick upper and one that isn't too narrow. Also not looking to splash too much money as I'm only playing leisurely and, whilst I know it sounds stupid, I'm looking for something that just looks good too.

So far, I'm looking at the copa pure 2.3s or the phantom gx 2 academys as they seem to the bill. Some other shoes that I've seen that look nice but don't know how good they are are: predator clubs, puma king match and puma yltra 5 match.

TIA

I currently wear a pair of Adidas Predator Tango 18.3 TFs that I bought probably 6 or 7 years ago. I absolutely love them, but given how old and ropey they now are, I am overdue for a replacement. The thing is, I just cannot find anything similar, and nothing I've tried gives me the same touch or confidence.

I am not very good with football boot terminology. There is something about the sides of this boot being made of this soft, netted material (circled in 2nd picture) that gives it a quality I have not come across in any other that I've happened upon. I think it's partly to do with the fact that it doesn't get too slippery in the rain compared to more plastic surfaces, and it is still lightweight and cushiony without being heavy like leather. Honestly, I don't know what it is, but these are just the perfect boots for my style. Unfortunately it is now impossible to find them in decent condition in my size.

Can anyone point me towards something else that might be worth a shout?

I think it's specifically the lack of rigid plastic that appeals to me, but I bought a pair of Mundial Teams, and they felt too heavy and hurt my feet, so I think maybe I'm still looking for a synthetic boot after all.

Oh - and I should probably point out that I play 5/7-a-side etc. on 3g/4g, hence the TF boots.

So much thanks to anyone who can help me out here.

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