I apologize for all of the posts recently about David Beckham. I live in Salt Lake City and recently Beckham and the Galaxy visited to take on Real Salt Lake. I am not a Real Salt Lake fan because they have not been very good since they started and have done nothing to get me excited to go watch them play. I have always liked the LA Galaxy because of Cobi Jones. He was my favorite US player growing up and I love the way he played! It was amazing watching this game and it reaffirmed my belief that Beckham will have a positive impact in the MLS.
In the first couple minutes Real came out strong and scored 2 goals to take an early lead. I thought Real was going to dominate the Galaxy and pick up an easy victory - then David Beckham took control of the game. He hit a shot from his outside position that was one of the greatest goals I have ever seen in person. I only say one of the greatest goals because a couple minutes later he scored off one of his famous free kicks. His free kick goal was probably the greatest goal I have seen in person with his outside shot coming in a close second. I have seen him bend a lot of free kicks on TV, but there is something about witnessing it in person. It is incredible what he makes the ball do and I feel bad for any goalie that has to try and stop it. Both of his goals caused the Real Salt Lake fans to cheer due to the fact they had witnessed some remarkable goals. The game ended in a 2-2 tie, and it was great to finally witness Beckham play in person. He may be losing a step and he is not as fast as he once was, but he makes up for it with his intelligence.
It was agreat experience and I am glad we went as it was Beckham’s best game since he has been in the MLS. It was his first game in the MLS that he scored 2 goals. If you have the opportunity to go watch David Beckham play this year I would recommend it. He is a great player and it would be very beneficial for younger players to watch him and study how he moves with and without the ball.
I know for my wife the best part was at the end when he took off his shirt and gave it to a lady sitting on the front row. The stadium was pretty loud when he scored the goals, but it didn’t compare to when he took off his shirt. All of the ladies at the game started screaming and cheering for him. It was pretty funny to watch the ladies stick around after the game taking pictures of him.
Roberto Baggio is my all time favorite soccer player due to his field management and his ability to score. He had some incredible soccer skills and played his hardest every time he stepped on the field. I play the same positions as Roberto Baggio and I learned a lot of the things I do from watching him through the years. He controlled the midfield better than almost anyone that has played the game and when his team needed it he was able to step up and score.
I know many people will point to his miss on the penalty kick in the 1994 World Cup final against Brazil and say he wasn’t a good player. One play can sometimes define a player, and his miss in the World Cup probably defined his career. It is unfortunate that one miss can overshadow a career of brilliant moves and fantastic finishes. He will always be my all time favorite player and a big reason is because of that miss in the World Cup. If you remember correctly he probably should not have been playing at that point in the game. He had severe cramps and the only reason they left him in was to take the penalty shot. He was a tremendous competitor and I appreciate the respect he had for the game. Enjoy this video of Roberto Baggio and remember him for the great plays he provided!
Here is a soccer tip for you today in honor of Roberto Baggio:
Always remember to lean over the ball when you are taking a penalty kick, or any other shot on goal!
Watch the impressive skills these two players possess! They are incredible and they move so effortlessly as they move around defenders! These are great defenders that look like amateurs against these 2 guys. I will continue to post videos of some of the greatest players in the world so you can watch what they do and try some of their moves. I would not recommend trying these moves for the first time in a game. Make sure you use your practice time to try these moves and make sure they are perfected before you pull them out in a game. The Brazilians have always had amazing footwork and these two guys are some of the best! Enjoy this video and continue to come back as I will continue to post different videos with great players featured! I will also feature different soccer styles that can be found around the world.
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These are some of the craziest soccer goals I have ever seen! I can’t believe how some of these goals are scored, a little luck, but mainly it is being in the right place at the right time. It is important as a soccer player to play with your instincts and be in the right place at the right time. This is something that is developed through years of playing and studying the game. When you start thinking several plays in advance you will be able to beat the competition! Enjoy this video and remember to play smart!
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Have you ever wondered how David Beckham curves the ball wherever he wants? You can learn how to control the ball better and improve your game with this new video, Blast the Ball! Kicking is the key aspect in the game of soccer, and there are certain ways to use your foot to kick the ball in different directions. Learning how to control your feet will help you enjoy playing the game much more. All skill levels will benefit from Blast the Ball as it teaches what changes can be made to your kick. Watch Blast the Ball and learn how to improve your kick, then go out and try the different techniques you will learn. It will amaze you how simple changes in your form will help you Blast the Ball!
This video is great for athletes of all ages and skill levels. It will also help coaches as they instruct their teams on the proper techniques used to kick the ball.
Young players will learn basic soccer kicks and proper form.
Semi-advanced players wanting to go to the next level will improve accuracy, power and scoring ability.
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Announcing the launch of the Soccer Specialist blog. This blog will be helpful for players of all skill levels, and interest levels. I will also be including posts designed to help coaches as they prepare their team for competition. I have been playing soccer for over 20 years, as well as coaching on and off for the past 5 years. I am dedicated to bringing you the best deals on soccer equipment, as well as advice on how to improve your technique. I love the game of soccer. I hope I can pass the love I have for this sport on to you!
Contact me at travis@soccer-specialist.com if you have any questions, or if you have any stories you would like me to share.
