Soccer Tutorial

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Foot Stall

The Foot Stall is very useful in soccer freestyle. It's a starting position of many freestyle soccer tricks.

Besides the Foot Stall's importance for soccer freestyle, it also contributes to your first touch, balance and overall ball control.

The Foot Stall is not hard to master. I suggest that every soccer player practices it on a regular basis as it's a major boost for your overall ball control.

In Steps

Step 1
Put the ball on the ground.

Step 2
Put your foot on the ball.

Step 3
Pull the ball back until your foot is flat on the ground.

Step 4
If you've generated enough force, the ball will roll on your foot. When this happens, 'stall' the ball on the instep of your foot.

Tips and Advices

If you can't succeed in step 4, put the ball on your foot by using your hands. Stalling the ball is what it's about in this move.

Try to stand in a comfortable position. Balancing the ball for only a minute can already cause slight muscle cramps if you're in an uncomfortable position.

When you've mastered the Foot Stall, it's time to take it a step further. To increase your skill, try to hop around. This increases your stalling skill.