How do I improve my own soccer skills in my backyard?

Question

You may be thinking, "how long do I train for? What exercises should I do? What if my equipment is limited?"

Answer 1

Hello, I hope all is well!

To add to the great answer Genevieve posted above, I would highly suggest juggling. 10 minutes every day is enough to improve your ball control and feel for the ball immensely.

Beyond touching a ball if you want to play at a high level watching soccer becomes more and more important as well. Whether it is the Premier League, reviewing recordings of your games, or watching skill videos online, supplementing this to team practice (focus on tactics and team play), playing pick-up (focus on awareness and skills), and individual skill work (focus on technique and touch) will catalyze your improvement exponentially.

Best,

Gabe

Answer 2

Hi! Easy ways to improve soccer skills include small amounts of equipment.

1. First Touch & Passing:

1. To improve your first touch and passing, find a sturdy wall. This will be your passing partner. Pass against the wall for one touch passes and two touch. Pass quickly with speed, this will help you with your touch.

2. Footwork:

1. Place two cones 5 yards apart. You can use other things like shoes or a shirt for a cone. Start in the middle of the cones and use various parts of your foot to move the ball around each cone in a figure 8 formation. Complete 4 sets for 2 minutes each and rest for 25 seconds. Being tired while performing this drill will teach you have to preform under fatigue.