Stamina: The Key to Box-to-Box Midfielders Midfielders with exceptional stamina are often referred to as having a “good engine.” This attribute is vital for players tasked with covering both defensive and attacking duties. What is a Box-to-Box Midfielder? A box-to-box midfielder contributes at both ends of the pitch. They join the attack in the opposition’s […]
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The Importance of Holding the Ball Up In football, the ability to hold the ball up is an often overlooked but essential skill for strikers. It’s about strength, composure, and the intelligence to keep the attack alive. Why Strikers Must Hold the Ball Up When a striker receives the ball with their back to goal, […]
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Aerial dominance is one of the most crucial attributes for a modern centre back. At UK Football Academy Finder, we understand that being strong in the air can make the difference between winning and losing, both defensively and offensively. Whether it’s clearing dangerous crosses or scoring from set-pieces, mastering the ability to win headers is vital for any centre back looking to stand out in the game. This blog explores why aerial dominance is so important and how you can develop this essential skill to enhance your game.
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When discussing what makes an effective centre back, our scouts consistently highlight several key attributes that are crucial for success in this position. Understanding and developing these qualities can significantly enhance your performance within a football academy setting.
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Here at UK Football Academy Finder, we are often asked about the benefits of going to a private football academy so lets find out.
Read MoreYou could describe pressure as a feeling of nerves concentrated into a particular moment in time. Let’s look at the classic example of pressure on a football pitch
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The other vitally important side to this story is that it is not just about finding more time for training, but how you train and what you work on that’s important.
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In this blog post we are going to look at how you spend your time, and how that affects you as a person and as a footballer.
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We all feel nervous before a big match. Even the top players feel nervous, and in a way that is completely natural. You feel your mouth is dry, your heart rate or pulse is going a bit quickly. If someone took your blood pressure, that would be high too. There are butterflies in your stomach, and some players feel a bit sick. It affects everyone slightly differently.
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This is our warning to you about social media.
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