Placing the ball

Placing the ball into the goal is a lot different than the instep shot. Rather then use the top part of your foot for power, you will use the side of your foot for accuracy. This kind of shot is alot more accurate than the instep but lacks power. This should only be used in close quarters.

Always try to go for accuracy rather then power

To execute properly, have a quick glance up to see where the goal keeper is positioned and, with the side of your foot, knock the ball past the keeper. Dont try to hit the ball hard but concentrate on keeping the ball on the ground.

Always keep your cool when shooting. Some of the worse misses in soccer come from when the player panics and tries to take the shot quick.

Tips
Think about passing the ball rather then striking it hard.

Don't get intimidated by the goal keeper, there is always a way to beat them!

Check out some other shooting techniques which may be useful to you in a soccer game.

Instep Shot
Volley

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