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Curling the Ball
Curling the ball is one of football’s most elegant and effective techniques — a skill that combines precision, timing, and creativity to manipulate the flight of the ball through spin. Whether it’s bending a free-kick over a wall, curling a cross around defenders, or shaping a shot into the far corner, mastering the curl separates the good from the truly special. This technique has produced some of the most memorable moments in football history and continues to be a vital wea

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Nov 132 min read
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False 9
The false nine is one of football’s most fascinating tactical innovations. Traditionally, a striker’s role has been to stay high up the pitch, occupy defenders, and score goals. However, the false nine operates differently—dropping deeper into midfield to create space, link play, and disrupt defensive structures. This role demands high intelligence, technical skill, and positional awareness. Over the years, the Premier League has seen several brilliant examples of the false n

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Oct 182 min read
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High Press
The high press in football is a tactical approach where a team applies intense pressure on the opponent high up the pitch, often as soon...

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Oct 92 min read
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Composure
Composure in football is a quality that every player, regardless of position, should aim to develop. Put simply, it is the ability to...

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Oct 82 min read
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Overlapping
Overlapping in football is a tactical movement where a player runs around a teammate who has the ball, typically to create space, confuse...

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Jul 62 min read
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