What Are Free Agents In Football? (Explained)
When the transfer season is near in football, you may have heard of the term ‘free agent’, where players can go to another club for free! Here’s what you need to know about such footballers:
When the transfer season is near in football, you may have heard of the term ‘free agent’, where players can go to another club for free! Here’s what you need to know about such footballers:
You may probably have seen a goalkeeper wearing the captain’s armband on various occasions. You may be curious as to why a manager could choose a goalkeeper to be a captain, despite their supposedly limited role! We have seen the likes of Manuel Neuer, Jan Oblak, Hugo Lloris, and Iker Casillas serve as captains for …
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Last updated on July 29th, 2022Goals are usually the ecstasy of any game as they determine the outcome of the match. Usually, the goalscorers are engulfed in euphoria with their teammates and fans after a goal. In these moments, emotions run wild, and all sorts of celebrations follow. Some players may even take off their …
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Last updated on December 1st, 2022When a team is defending a freekick, you may see the defenders form a wall. Moreover, there may be a player who is lying down just behind the wall! Is there a reason why football players do this? Here is what you need to know:
In football, penalties are a clear chance to make a difference on the scoresheet. Such a good opportunity is usually capitalised on by the best penalty taker on the team. Usually, you would associate this with a striker. Although uncommon for defenders to take penalties, it may still happen. Is there a reason why defenders …
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The UEFA Super Cup and the Champions League are two prestigious European competitions that are held by UEFA. But how do they differ from one another? Here’s what you need to know:
Last updated on January 26th, 2023While you are watching a football game, you may see some players performing dribbling tricks to get past the defender. However, there may be scenarios where the football player is considered to be ‘showboating‘, which can be seen as disrespectful. Can he get a yellow card, and is showboating an …
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If you’ve been following the top leagues in football, you may have noticed there are a few popular ones including Liga MX and La Liga. How are these 2 competitions different and which one is better? Here’s what you need to know:
As the teams walk out from the tunnel before kick-off, you may notice that the goalkeeper typically walks out second, just behind their captain. Why does this happen, and can the goalkeeper walk out first? Here’s what you need to know:
Last updated on October 21st, 2022In a game of football, substitutions are very common. This allows the manager to rest players, and even switch up tactics. However, is it possible that a player refuses to be substituted? Here is what you need to know: