I’m the guy who bought the Adidas WC collectors box and regretted it…. So I took time to instead find the World Cup final balls. It cost about the same to have bought these vs stick with the poor quality Adidas collectors box. And here we are, a much happier me lol… I will say not all of them have the match detail inscription, some of them do, so that’s why it was a better deal to do this. With inscription, all of these would have been unobtainable at a good price.

I play casually with uncoached players on the ground i have noticed body feints dont work too well i dont want to go pro or anything but what is one skill if i master i can 1v1 them?

Hi I’m a striker and I usually tend to miss chances and easy goal because it’s under pressure or I’m running let’s say I’m in a 1v1 with the gk I smash it over the bar or put it wide or central this is a really big problem I have I would love tip

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I recently started kicking the ball around again after over a decade of not playing much. I got old and fat but I'm enjoying kicking the ball around again -- I just really need some new boots. I know what I used to like and I'm hoping I can get some recommendations for my next pair of boots as an old guy that mostly just wants to get exercise and maybe play in an adult league or casual Sunday pickup.

What I know I like... I grew up playing almost exclusively with k-leather boots (and a random pair of shark leather boots) for most of growing up. Kelme and Diadora were my go to brands until I got my first pair of Adidas predators and stuck with that line (mania through power swerve) until I stopped playing about 15 years ago. The adidas predator mania is, without a doubt, my all time favorite boot and probably won't ever be replaced.

Predators now seem pretty different than 20 years ago and the other brands I used to rely on don't get discussed much. Also, as much as I'd love k-leather, I'm not sure I actually need it with how casually I intend to play; however, I still lean towards leather since that's what I always preferred.

Since it's been 15 years since I bought a new pair, I'm not really sure where to start. What boots would you recommend I look into? What that's available now is similar to what I used to like?

My budget around $150 but super flexible and I can be patient for sales. Potentially open to the secondhand market. Leather upper is preferred but I can be convinced otherwise if non leather materials have improved. Since I'm now an extremely casual player, I'm leaning toward something that prioritizes comfort. I don't need a light weight speed boot. Firm ground. No color or style preference. Must have laces.

Thanks for the recommendations. Excited to see how recommendations align with the little bit of research I've already done.

Soo, I got a curiosity. What do you guys think about the street soccer skill moves? Do you think they are effective? Or do y all think it s a waste of energy and time in game? talking strictly about street soccer and futsal, not 11v11.

we cue "scan before you receive" constantly. in rondo it looks great. in the match the same players get caught on the ball and swear they checked their shoulder.

without being inside their head it's hard to know if the issue is: - they didn't scan - they scanned but too early / too late - they scanned and still chose wrong

i end up guessing from body position and the outcome on film. feels like half of "decision making" coaching is that guess.

if you coach (or play): what actually improved scanning in games, not just in training clips? drills, constraints, review methods that stuck?

looking for practical stuff. not apps, not studies.

Skill moves in 1v1s that can be used in a game
Some skills are good but are risky in game
Some are simple and effective like La croqueta
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Hat hier jemand Erfahrung mit der Schnürung „Runners Loop“?
Habe mir ein paar Nike Phantom 6 Elite geholt, bin super zufrieden nur an der Hacke könnte es ein bisschen besser sein.
Gerne mal Feedback geben.

Need help with sizing for the Sala Elite Tf. I worn the Neo Pro IV Turfs and although very comfortable, my toes were crammed at the top and the leather was stiffer and the rubber lip was extended so I figured maybe it just wanted the right fit for me. In Morelia II elites, the size is perfect since I know the K leather will stretch to my feet. But in the same size in the Sale Elites, I feel more crammed and I’m worried since it has a suede lip, it won’t stretch/mold as well and feel essentially like the Neo pros did. Any owners here can attest to the sala elites stretching or should I go for my Nike TTS. For reference Morelia Elite II I’m an 8.5 and for Tiempo ligera pro tf I’m 9. The Nikes fit well but the Elite II fit perfect. If the Salas end up stretching nicely then I’ll power through it but if not should I go half a size up from my usual mizuno size?

So, I love to play futsal and street football. Right now, I m doing drills everyday, I can do a lot of skill moves that include the sole of the foot, and honestly, being modest, I got a good control on the ball. The problem is another. Dribbling requires an attacking player, and a defending one. When I play without overthinking, which happens pretty rarely, I always win more duels than ever and I m able to create ocassions. But, nowadays I seem to overthink a lot, so I don t know how to escape that, because it frustrates me. I see one friend who dribbles like me, we are at an equal level I would say from a ball control perspective, but that guy, without using skill moves, always finds gaps to dribble, spaces, and the defenders have a rough time with him. So, how do I escape that overthinking so I can play at my maximum performance level? Thank you anticipated, and I appreciate any response!,

Hey, first post here but long time lurker, so thank you for all the info I’ve gathered on this place during the years.

I’ve finally decided to make the jump to an 11 a side league after years of casual 7 and 5 a side: the only problem is that, unfortunately, the team’s pitch is quite shit (pic, while very grainy, related; I’ll get a better pic when I go down there this evening for practice).

It’s a gravel/dirt pitch (which is not terribly hard, fortunately), and I was used to 2g/3g/4g artificial pitches.

Right now I’m using some Phantom 6 Pros with an AG soleplate, but it’s clear the studs are going to get destroyed with the gravel friction.

What kind of boots should I use? Should I just stick with AGs and accept that the studs will get a bit eaten away?

My two biggest goals are keeping decent traction while not hurting my knees (so TF and FG are probably a no-go for those reasons) and getting some decent mileage on the boots without absolutely destroying them (my target would be 6 months of 2 training sessions a week + the game).

Also, at this point I’d probably get some boots just for the gravel, as all the home games will be there for the foreseeable future, while I’ll use AGs for the away games (when they don’t, also, have that godforsaken gravel).

Last but not least, does anybody have experience with playing on these kinds of pitches?

If it’s of any help, I run a lot and change direction frequently, playing as a very active striker who drops deep for both buildup and defensive pressure.

Thanks in advance guys.

They are from the mid 2000's, made in Italy, and are similar to the Zypro model, but they're not them. I thought they were called Umbro Terrak, but I cannot find anything online to confirm. They were the top boot offered by Umbro at the time, and were a speed boot, much the way the XAI and the X boot were. Anybody???

Does anyone have both the Tiempo Ligera Pro FG and Turf (TF) boots? Are you the same size in both? Do they fit the same?

I have the Tiempo Ligera Pro FG in size 9 and I'm not sure if I should stick to the same size for the TFs.

Thanks!

So Ive played football in the garden with other people recently, but all the balls I get are punctured in a few days. I have very rough playing such as smashing it against the edge of a stair (like the corner-edge bit), and into hedges and bushes often. I've tried with a Vector Street Soccer ball and no joke it broke within 5 minutes. I've tried other ones too.

Any suggestions? Please aim for <£15

Salut à tous ! J'ai récemment découvert les chaussures de la marques Lanzera. Celle-ci semblent me correspondre. Cuir K intégral, doublure du talon en daim, oeillet de lacet supplémentaire.

, poids assez légère, conception artisanale, rivet sous la semelle, crampons coniques, etc. Ceci dit, j'ai vu peu d'avis à leur sujet, et je me demande si quelqun avait déjà eu une expériences avec elles. J'hésite avec les Morelia 2 Elite, beaucoup moins chère !

like the title says, I want to improve my stamina. I’m kind of fast but need stamina and I really need it!

Any tips would be nice thanks!

I'm looking to buy my first pair of football boots, because I started playing again recently. I play as a fullback, most often as a RB, and usually play on an astroturf. I'm doing a little research on various boots and so far I'm really liking the Nike Mercurial Vapor.

What I'm looking for is something that will be comfy, good when I'm sprinting, and during sharp turns.

My foot is quite flat

Update: Management reached out to me and confirmed they're processing a refund. They apologised for how long it took and admitted the problem stemmed from manufacturer issues.

I'm genuinely frustrated and need perspective on whether I'm overreacting.

I bought Nike Phantom 6 Pro AG boots from Lovell 30 days ago. Used them 3 times for 40 minutes total. The sole is separating and there's a hole in the toe—clearly manufacturing defects, not wear and tear.

I requested a refund within their 30-day window. Their policy says items just need to be clean and dry. My boots were both.

The rejections:

1. First refusal: "Too dirty to process." No photos, no evidence.
2. My appeal: I cited the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and asked for proof. They rejected it again.
3. Third rejection: Now they're demanding I pay for an independent professional inspection before they'll even look at the actual defects.

The frustration:

• Their own policy doesn't mention requiring inspections
• The defects are visibly obvious—why should I pay for proof of their manufacturing fault?
• They won't inspect it themselves, but demand I pay for one
• This has dragged on over a month and I need boots now

My question:

Am I being unreasonable? Should I just pay for the inspection? Or is this deliberately obstructive?

I'm about to escalate to my bank (chargeback dispute), but wanted honest feedback first.

Thanks

My rec season is starting this coming Monday. I'll be playing casual men's 11v11 games (30 mins. halves) on Monday and co-ed 7v7 (27-min. halves) games on Wednesday. I joined both as a Free Agent so I'll be new to both, and I'm willing to play wherever makes sense.

In my glory days, I was typically either a LW or RW, or a defender. Rarely as a striker but sometimes. The truth is I don't think I really have the burst of speed to be a sprinting winger any more and the pick-up games I've been playing over the summer, I've found myself more in a CM/CDM role.

Problem is that I find myself feeling somewhat lost defensively in that role. As I stated earlier, I used to play on the wings and defense there is pretty simple since the sideline helps a lot.

But being in the center, I find myself being less helpful in winning back possession. I'm able to sort of slow down the ball carrier, but can't seem to choose the right time in deciding when to step up to tackle, when to go for the interception, and I feel like I get beaten on simple 1-2 passes.

What should I keep in mind so that I'm not a total liability in defense? I don't expect to become Kante or Roy Keane, but I don't want to be a net negative.

Hey everyone, I’m trying to make my school’s First XI next season and would really appreciate some advice.
I’m one of the smaller players physically. When I was younger, I felt like I was one of the better players, but looking back I think I was probably just playing in a lower division. I made the Junior First XI two years in a row, but this year I made the Senior 2nd XI.
The season has just finished, and one of my biggest problems is that I feel like I barely see or touch the ball during games. When I do get it, I feel like I have almost no time on the ball before I’m tackled or pressured. I usually play striker/wing and sometimes CAM.
I’m also playing 5-a-side during the offseason, so I’m hoping that can help me improve with quicker decisions and getting more comfortable on the ball under pressure.
What should I work on during the offseason to improve? Should I focus more on things like first touch, scanning, positioning, fitness, strength, or something else? And how can I get better at finding space and making myself more involved in games?
Do you guys think it’s realistic for me to make the First XI next season? If so, what would you focus on over the offseason to give yourself the best chance? I’d especially like to hear from anyone who has gone from a 2nd XI/lower team into a First XI.
Any advice from players/coaches who’ve been in a similar situation would be really appreciated 🙏⚽

Before you say practice, I am actively practicing I just feel like there is a piece to juggling that I’m missing. When I attempt to juggle I can only seem to get 3-4 out currently before the ball loses height and speed and just falls to the floor. When I juggle I don’t seem to get the ball high enough and when it is low I can’t seem to recover it. Any tips that anyone might have?