What are some important skills I need to know for soccer?
481048
I would say try getting some people together and use the fence as a goal and play soccer.If you did not know this,a forward is the person who makes the goals, a defender is the one who helps the goalie but cannot touch the ball with hands, and you probably know what a goalie is. I say practice forwarding. It really helps you in soccer. \n          P.S. I play.
474071
i personalyl think that defense is the most important. of cousrse offense is needed to win the game, but in most sports, besides maybe baseball, a team wiht a poor defense almost always loses. midfield is also very very important. the US used to have really crappy midfield. but they have more of a chance for the world cup now that their midfield is strong. goalie of course, is important. however, if you have a good defense, the goalie's role diminishes.
1043668
Always try to find the open space. Pay attention to the off side rules. Learn to kick the ball in a way that the ball ends up were you want to send it..  The same heading the ball. Practice until you can do that. The ball is the tool of the game.
301034
The fancy skills will do nothing for your game...sure they are fun to screw around with your friends but in a real game situation nada.  The three main things you should be working on are passing shooting and dribbling.  You can master these and you can beat anyone.  Some teams may be faster or bigger but nothing beats the plain old skill.  So go out there and practice the basics...always room for improvement!
370686
Learn how to play soccer really good I mean Amazing   \nin one of the 32 countries of the world cup
387955
uhh soccer will help u go farther in life... and tennice umm yahh only if u r really really really really good
383584
first join a local soccer asso and volunteer. depending on your experience and skill level, they will place you with an appropriate team. buy a good book/dvd on proper coaching/practice technigues depending on age group. let kids play the game without undue stress and have fun.....
1099982
The top thing you can do is practice for 2 hours twice a day. One major thing you need to practice for is "ball controle" just dribble the ball inbetween your feet and try not to look at your feet when you do this. It will give you more controle over the ball and it will help you to not look at your feet every 5 seconds. And another thing. Watch as many online soccer clips and soccer games on the tv. And when I say this I mean it. Dont for get to practice every day.
680789
If you're talking about REAL football (not soccer) I can help.  I played on a semi-pro team for 3 seasons.\n\nFirst of all, you have to have speed and dexterity.  Speed is natural, but can be improved with exercise.\n\nSecond, as far as health is concerned, eat correctly and balanced, exercise (lift weights) regularly.\n\nThird, develop a keen sense of what the game is all about.  Study tendencies both on defense and offense.  Moreover, always be ready to play any position when asked upon.  Practice throwing, catching and kicking if applicable.\n\nStudy the playbook intently and know every player's responsibility so you know what to do, when to do it, and can play their position.
378245
Go to the library and get a video or a book. In general soccer has forwards, midfielders, and defenders. Some people call defenders fullbacks, stoppers, sweepers, or something else. There is also a goalie who may be known as the keeper--the goalkeeper. Hope this helps.
1059981
All positions are important .. however i think that having a fast and agile center midfield is crucial since he can attack/defend/assist ... \n\nIam a goalkeeper myself and when there's no one holding the midfield we always lose (i also need a strong centerback to hold the last line before the ball gets to me)
443539
Be in shape before the season.  That means interval work (sprint/jog/spring/jog) and distance work.  You will have an edge over all the other players because your skill level will not drop off due to fatigue.  Be open minded because your coach may have a different approach to the game than your previous coaches.  \n\nLastly, work on your skills, dribbling, juggling, and if you can find someone to work with, passing and shooting.  And do not forget to work on your weak foot.  Coaches look for players with the ability to play multiple positions and capable with both feet.
555600
Practice with the ball at least half an hour a day. You might want to consider hiring a personal trainer because they do help A LOT. You might also want to play with a bunch of people so you can practice your defensive stance, and technique attacking the ball....\n\nDon't attack the ball... have patience and shuffle backwards... that way you are slowing down the play, and giving your team mates time to come back and cover opponents... it really does make all the difference... \n\nGood luck!
894348
The most underrated elements of a goalkeepers game are defence organisation and ball distribution.\n\nAt some levels it can be difficult but try to organise the defence- even if only covering vulnerable spots in set-pieces. Maybe just stopping them rushing headlong towards the ball and leaving areas vacant will be enough.\n\nBall distribution is your opportunity to start the attack. Fast reactions, and being able to spot kick, drop kick and throw well and accurately are the basics. As you learn to do these quickly it will also help with goal mouth scrambles.
609695
Fitness above all else is the key today. \n\nPositioning you can gain from exposure in games. Playing advantage is good but remember the 'double jeopardy rule', your decision to play advantage must not allow the affected to lose the advantage they would derived from a free-kick.\n\nAnd 'Law 19' (The unwritten rule, use your discretion wisely, nobody goes to games to see referees or hear his whistle, don't let yourself become to carried away with your powers) "Law 19" also doesn't mean you must punish every offense with a card, award every decision in the box with a penalty, it also tells you to protect goal-keepers, even if it is slightly unfair to the attacking team.\n\nDo not be over-bearing to players but go not be cowed into taking proper decisions, a goal scoring oppurtunity denied is a red card offense whether in the first or last minutes. These kind of fundamental laws, you must adhere strictly. Others where there is a grey line, think of promoting the game more and is where you can use your discretion.\n\nAnd lastly, get over your mistakes, every ref makes them.
307989
First, you need to be in good physical shape. Second, you need to practice dribbling in order to have control of the ball. Third, you need to learn how to pass, and shoot the ball. Last but not least, you need to have self determination and dedication! Don't forget that practice makes perfect!
508051
technically: you need to have ball control on your feet, head, chest; great stamina and endurance for a 90mins game, a daily practice, knowledge about the game coupled with your natural born skills to play soccer, of course dedication and determination is needed.