why the soccer player use half pants?
466969
so they wont go "spliaaaaaaaakkkk" Hahahahaha
1148742
ask a soccer player       .............                           i kinda think they do
1186918
Hmm...maybe they just let it out in the field while running. Coz at the end of the game some or most of their shorts are wet. With sweat or with... LOL
1009327
Nearly all soccer players are hot. The amount of running required in the game necessitates a lean and fit body. They should play in their underwear.
577205
because they do a particular type of training and play with a style called Futebol de Salão which is closely related with dance and rhythm\nFutebol de Salão is a 5-a-side version of football of South American origin that is played with a smaller (size 2), heavier (465g) ball that has virtually no bounce (10%). The game became very popular in Brazil where players such as Pele, Rivelino, Zico right through to Juninho, Ronaldo and Rivaldo were brought up first playing Futebol de Salão before moving on to conventional football. \n\nJuninho was a typical Brazilian child: he started futebol de salão when he was four and only started playing on grass with a full sized ball when he was 14.\n\nTo help develop co-ordination skills, encourage rhythm and create a more “South American” atmosphere, much of the training is done to a background of Samba music.
500665
On my team--(in the USA) we do that too. It is only b/c we do not want out pants to get wet, because after we are dried off at the end and going home (esp. in the winter) we want our pants dry. It is very uncomfortable otherwise. On top it is okay, bc we put another jacket over it. We don't always have time to change clothes or bring another pair so that is just the way we do it.
384010
i love to watch all the hto guys that play soccer, especially when they take off their shirts!!!! usually most have a nice upper body!
699214
Most wear regular underwear because boxers can ride up on you when you run.  Also, you need regular underwear if you want to wear the shorts that are like under armor.  These shorts protect you when you slide and are underneath the players uniform shorts.
1153343
cos they're special... its really to identify who they are - a goalkeeper. its so players dont get confused and so the refs dont get confused either, which keeps them more distinguished from the rest of their teammates. i used to play soccer myself and one thing i learnt from that experience is so that they are able to tell them apart from the rest. u know that they're the goalie that way.
322982
PEOPLE PLEASE USE YOUR COMMON SENSE...SOCCER IS NOT THE CORRECT NAME FOR THAT SPORT..ITS FUTBOL(FOOTBALL)CUZ WHEN U PLAY YOUR FOOT IS TOUCHING THE BALL ALMOST 100% OF THE TIME AND THAT AMERICAN SPORT..WELL WHY IS DAT CALLED FOOT BALL...YOUR FOOT BARELY TOUCHES THE BALL...THAT SHOULD BE ...HANDBALL...LOL... :D AND MY FAVE PLAYER IS THE ONE AND ONLY RONALDINHO...
80780
its because the americans always want to be different, they use farenheight, and inches and stuff. but if you havent noticed the mls is almost the worst league in the world, and the only reason the US is good @ football is because alot of the players are in the European league so they get better in those.
851112
this is the influence of media and sponsorships. when the player you idol is seen sporting a particular brand of clothes, as a fan, you would want to get it. secondly, its human nature to want to look good, even when you're losing. well for those true sports fans or players, it really doesn't matter what you wear, its the attitude. i've always believe that its not the tools that make a player but its his own heart and attitude to the sport.
655042
I guess its because player positioning is still rather static.\n\nIt also gives commentators, managers, supporters and spectators a contextual reference point for a players position - Michael Owen is a striker and so by definition (without seeing the game) you would expect him to spend most of his time in the opposing half.\n\nThe game has got slightly more complex with the introduction of newly established formations - unlike the more common 4-4-2 - and so this has given rise to the creation of new player-position descriptions (i.e. wing backs are a more attacking-minded full-back).\n\nYou can also note the use of less anachronistic terms in the modern game (like a player who players "in the hole behind the striker"), but again these all are used for player-positional reference on the pitch.
770178
I wouldn't consider soccer players wimps it is just that if they make a collision look bad then the other team will be penalized, also every sport has injuries but in soccer your legs get hurt a lot so you can't walk off the field.
203425
ummm they put their pants on one leg at a time
479616
Okay. In order to play soccer, you have to be in VERY good shape. Soccer players are some of the best athletes on the planet because they have to be constantly moving up and down a huge field. If you want to be a striker/forward, you will need to be able to sprint, but you will not be doing as much running as midfield/halfback. Midfields stay in the middle of the field and run an average of 2-4 miles, depending on the intensity in the game, in high school, and more in college. Soccer is very competitive in some areas. Do not be afraid of coming into contact with the ball because you will need to head it(use your hairline), and trap it with your chest, torso, and legs. Practice should be intensive, based on the personality of the coach. You will do antything from running sprints to passing to running miles to scrimmaging. And as to the goalie question, usually a player volunteers to be a goalie. If no one volunteers, which is highly unusual, then the coach should determine the goalie based on which player is least intimidated by the ball and has the quickest reflexes. No, no one will make you be goalie. You always have the option of saying no or quitting the team. Soccer is a very intensive sport, but I love it. I am currently playing on a high school varsity team and I love it. I usually play right midfield, but can be subbed in for the forward position. In my opinion, soccer is the best sport and really helps get the stress out. Advice: think of someone you hate/would love to smack and kick the ball with all your might. Kick using your shoelaces and lean back to put power into your kick. Pass the ball with the side of your foot. When shooting, never use your toe. And finally, never use your arms to trap the ball. Some referees call a handball only if the ball touched the actual hand, but most usually call it for any part of the arm. Good luck, chica!!! :D
521205
It's not a requirement, but most do. They tried to make it law in the early 90's but some players couldn'tget used to them. Some attacking players still don't seem to wear them as they say they can reduce mobility, but over 90% of the current professionals (in the european premier leagues) wear some ankle protection.