Soccer shooting Like The Professionals - Power and Accuracy

It takes practice to able to shoot confidently when under pressure from defenders. In my days of playing soccer, ive seen some great goals scored and even some really bad misses. Some people argue that sometimes great goals come from luck. Yes its true that you can get lucky and score a brilliant goal but it takes skills to be able to pull off that bit of luck.

If there is an opportunity to shoot, go for it. To win a game of soccer, you must score goals. If you dont take shots on goal, you have no chance of scoring and winning.

Too many times, you will see a player pass up a good opportunity on goal by passing the ball. Goal poachers, however, have a different approach. As soon as they receive the ball, their first thoughts are to shoot, even at the tightest of angles.

Only when there is a very low percentage of success that they might consider looking for another option. Some people might consider this greedy for goal, but in the long run, they will most likely score more goals then someone who doesnt shoot at all.

Soccer shooting is not all about power. You need accuracy as well. Otherwise you might not be able to beat the goal keeper. when at close quarters, go for a Placement Shot. Favor accuracy over power.

For long distance shot, use the Instep Shot to strike the ball as it can generate the most power and can be very accurate. Chances come and go in an instant, be ready. Half of all goals are from first time shots.

When the ball comes towards not, it will not always be rolling along the ground. Sometimes it will be in the air. When this happens you can take a touch to control it and bring it to ground or you can hit it first time with a Volley. Going for a volley will most likely surprise your opponents and give them less time to react.

Useful Tips

• Be aware of your surroundings at all times, keep track of the goalkeepers position at all times.


• Go for accuracy rather than power, missing the goal altogether is worse then it being saved


• Lean your shoulders over the ball to keep it low.


• Concentrate and think about nothing but the goal


• Never hesitate, don't think about it, just do it!

remember, good strikers will always think about going for goal. If you never take chances and shoot, you will not be able to score. Click here to check out a great shot by Fernando Torres, a spanish soccer player who is currently playing for Liverpool in the Premier League.

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