Soccer
Whether you call it soccer or football, read about positions, rules, and skills, plus top player profiles and teams. From tips on playing and coaching youth games to stats on collegiate and professional divisions, stay informed on the stakes of the game.
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The 5-3-2 Formation
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A Guide to Soccer Formations
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How to Do the Cristiano Ronaldo Step-Over
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The Champions League Yellow Card Rule
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The 17 Official Rules of Soccer According to FIFA
The Role of the Soccer Scout
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How Many Players in a Soccer Match?
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Biography of Cristiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid Soccer Player
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10 of the Best Wingers in the World
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10 of the Best Goalkeepers in the World
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Best Free Kick Takers
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The 10 Best Soccer Players of All Time
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The 10 Best Soccer Players in the World
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Ballon d’Or Winners
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All-Time 10 Best Real Madrid Players
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Understanding Serie A in the Italian Football System
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The Origin, History, and Invention of Soccer
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Top 5 Soccer Magazines Worldwide
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La Liga Winners List: Spanish League Winners and Runners-Up
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What Does 'La Décima' Mean?
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Understanding Spain's Primera Division
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The Hand of God Goal by Diego Maradona
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The Best Football Writers on Social Media