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Being considered among one of the best soccer players of all time is an uncommon feat and a dream for most youngsters who want to be professional footballers. Although quite popular for its remarkable history in sports such as table tennis, ice hockey, and even basketball, Canada also has a pretty good record when it comes to producing great soccer players. These elite soccer players serve as idols to the young players who will be hoping to also write their name in Canada's history as one of the best players of all time for the country. And here, we will be showing you the top ten best Canadian soccer players of all time. This will help ensure that their history and their remarkable feat get to the next generation of players. 10 Best Canadian Soccer Players Of All Time 1. Chri...

The role of a box-to-box midfielder in that game of soccer is one that requires the player to have superb energy, and stamina t last the whole 90 minutes on the field and more if the case arises. These players are very knowledgeable of the game and are usually assigned leadership roles in teams.  Some fans of the game are not yet conversant with this term in the game and really don't know which players in the middle of the park they can classify as box-to-box midfielders. This article will explain more regarding this soccer midfield role as you read on. What Is A Box-to-Box Midfielder? A box-to-box midfielder is a player that plays both offense and defense and alternates between roles when required in the course of a soccer game. They can be referred to as extra defenders because ...

There might be a lot of skills such as speed, passing accuracy, composure, stability, and others needed to be considered a better option for a team in soccer. However, we do see having a clear vision in soccer as something very important. Well, most players might be using eyewear to rock better on their designers, but there are some that use eyewear to correct their sight errors so they could continue their promising careers. However, in this article, I will be introducing you to famous soccer players who wear glasses, be they medicated, sunglasses, or others. 1. Cristiano Ronaldo As regarded by 100% of football fans, Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the greatest personnel to ever step foot on the soccer field to kick the ball. You might however be confused seeing the Portuguese ...

Just like the famous number 1 Jersey in football is widely attributed to goalkeepers, the number 10 is widely attributed to attacking players such as the attacking midfielder or the winger, and the football Jersey number 22 has been widely attributed to be used by squad players. These are players that are not part of the first team but can be occasionally brought in to help the team. Although not widely sought after by new players. The number 22 is one of the wanted jersey numbers by players who can not get a number within 1-11. Although mostly used by attacking players as well, the Jersey number 22 has managed to produce some iconic football players both on the club side as well as on the national team side. In this article, we will be showing you famous soccer players who h...

It should come as no surprise if every soccer fan has had the term brace being used when a player scores two goals in a soccer game. After all, being a soccer fan means that you make out time to watch soccer games, and also hear some of these soccer terms being used by commentators. Meanwhile, a brace in soccer means that a player in a team has scored just two goals in a single game. If he scores more than two in the game, it is no longer a brace and may be referred to as a hat trick, or other unofficial names based on the number. Scoring goals in the game of soccer requires some effort and not all players, even the attack-minded players are favored with the luxury of scoring one goal in a game, not to mention two.  Goals have to be scored in a game for excitement to be derived fr...

What is the meaning of a red card in soccer? In the game of football/soccer as called by most countries a red card only means one thing. It is a card that the official, who is usually the referee pulls out for a foul play which results in the immediate dismissal of a player from a game. And note; There can be several other reasons why a soccer player can have a red card pulled out on him. A soccer player can likely get a red card if the referee has earlier on pulled a yellow card twice on him. This scenario automatically leads to a red card in soccer as the red card follows after two yellows have been brandished to a single player in a game. Once this is the case, the player is asked to leave the pitch, sometimes he or she can be suspended for one match or more matches depending on ...

With about 3.5 billion fans in the world, as compared to Cricket, field hockey, and table tennis which come second, third, and fourth respectively, soccer is considered to be the most popular sport in the world.  It has a total fan base of about 3.5 billion (of the world's population), as compared to cricket, field hockey, and table tennis which all have about 2.5 billion fans, 2 billion fans, and 1 billion fans in the world respectively. It is then important for one to know the history of the round leather game, and how it has evolved over the years.  Here in this article, I will be sharing with you everything that you need to know about the history of soccer including when soccer was invented. So, without further ado, let us proceed. READ: What Is Offside In Soccer? Who Invente...

Soccer is so exciting that many folks are ready to play it regardless of prevailing weather conditions. After all, professional matches are rarely called off due to weather conditions, they would say. Regardless, the round leather game is one sport where the weather conditions can affect the final result. We've seen soccer games being played in the rain, under a scorching sun, and now the question here is if playing soccer in the snow is advisable. Well, we will be throwing more light on what playing soccer in the snow entails, as well as measures that can be put in place to ensure that the experience is an enjoyable and safe one that could be relived.  Is it possible to play soccer in the snow?  It is not at all frowned upon to engage in a game of soccer in the snow.  READ: How...

When looking at the world of soccer, formations can seem like a black box and it can be hard to know what exactly a formation is, or why we see them in soccer. Soccer is a game of formations, and one of its most important aspects is the ability to change and adapt to different opponents. The formation is just a part of the game that allows coaches to adjust to the opponent and the way the team lines up. The formation deployed in a game can make or mar a team and we've seen instances where it comes to play. Soccer has evolved beyond assembling the best of stars in a team. If the manager who manages these big sides doesn't know the effective formation to bring out the best in his stars, a small side that has been drilled properly with the right formation that brings out the best in the...

The UEFA Champions League is one of the most prestigious club competitions in the world of football. And winning the UEFA Champions League is a dream for many football players, and it becomes a great feat and joy when a player gets to win the UEFA Champions League multiple times. Some notable players who have won this title multiple times are - Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Francisco Gento, Paolo Maldini, Karim Benzema, and a lot of other top past and present players. The UEFA Champions League is the holy grail of titles for players in European club football and is arguably the most elite club soccer competition in the world. Therefore, being among the group of players that have won it the highest number of times is no mean feat and a very good cause for celebration. In this ...