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Young 07:53:20 Tuesday 3 August 2004
How do i improve or develope my frist touch skill?I can do it!!! i keep on messing up!!Can u halp me
The most important things you should remember are to relax and to be aware of how much time and space you have available. Thoroughly scan the field prior to receiving the ball. Find a spot where to settle it based on the enemy pressure. Remember that you will not always have the option of trapping the ball. If there are too many opponents around you, lay off the ball instead of controlling it.
Individually, there is plenty you can do with a ball and a wall. For specific drills go over the previous question called “What to practice against the wall
by Expert 15:19:14 Wednesday 11 August 2004