A free kick is an unopposed kick granted to a team when the opposite team commits a foul or breaks a football rule. The kick is taken from the same spot where the foul was committed.
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Free kicks can be direct or indirect. A direct free kick is to score a goal directly without touching any player before entering the goal. In an indirect free kick, the ball must touch a player before entering the goal.
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Commonly used kick to pass the ball to their teammates. The players use the instep of their kicking foot to connect with the centerline of the football and push it forward to a teammate.
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Like the push kick, the instep kick uses the upper portion of the inside of your foot. However, it is done with much more power and is mainly used for shooting the ball or making long passes.
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To do a toe kick, you want to stick your leg forward and kick the ball with your toe. While it may not provide as much power or accuracy as other shots, it can be surprisingly effective.
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This kick is an acrobatic shot that involves kicking the ball while in mid-air and turning upside down. This shot is typically used when the ball is crossed into the box and your back is to the goal.
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The outside of the foot is used for this kick. While this is a tricky kick to learn, it can be the most versatile once perfected. Players can also use this kick to curve the path of the ball as needed.
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The back heel is mainly used for passing the ball, and it is not easy to control. The kick is performed by stepping over the football and using the heel to jab the ball toward a teammate or the goal.
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The back heel kick is not only unique but is also a great weapon to confuse a defender. Effective use of the kick can leave the opposition clueless about the movement of the ball and can lead to a goal.
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