Soccer

Contents: History of Soccer. 1. Basic skill training for beginners. 2. Characteristics of Soccer players. 3. Drills and exercises for developing Soccer playing ability. 4. Psychological preparation of Soccer players for competition. 5. Historical review of International Soccer Clubs. 6. Tactical analysis of International Matches Euro 2004. 7. Profile of International Soccer Players UEFA Euro 2004--All Star Squad. Reference. Tactical Systems.

"Soccer is a very fascinating and enjoyable game and every child wants to play it. The only problem in the beginning is that because of wrong technique of the lack of basic skills, there is fear of injury and frustration in preparation for higher performance. Skill and technique must be introduced as early as possible, as this is the time when children are ready to learn, and whatever is learned at this stage becomes permanent.

The present book entitled Soccer guides each and every essentials of soccer to the beginners, intermediate and advanced players of Soccer.

The present book will be very useful for the young aspiring players of Soccer, prospective coaches, students and teachers of physical education and sports sciences." (jacket)