Another football season is finally upon us, and hitting the ground running on the pitch could be the key to glory in May. However, a relaxing summer and a few indulgences may have left you less than match fit, and you may be facing an uphill task to get into shape before the big kick-off. Slowly build your fitness levels...

Another Football League Season is well under way. But while the Premier League looks forward to yet another bumper payday of television riches, several Football League will simply be hoping to unearth a few hidden gems from the ranks of their youth systems. With money growing increasingly scarce at the lower end of England’s professional footballing ranks, the need to...

Whilst it is true that some footballers are born with natural pace, speed is something that can also be developed and improved on through specialised coaching sessions. The ability to beat a player with sheer pace or be first to a 50/50 ball is of paramount importance in the modern game, which means selecting the right coaching drills is essential...

So the new Premier League season is finally upon us, and we get to see dozens of new players finally taking the field for their new clubs. However, we also get to see an exciting new crop of youngsters –many of whom could be the superstars of the future. While a few of these starlets made their professional bow last...

If you’re looking for a lightweight, portable football goal that doesn’t compromise on quality or safety, the full range of Samba football goals is ideal. Manufactured to exacting standards and with high-grade uPVC, these exceptional products deliver all the performance and benefits of professional match goals. They’re used by professional clubs and associations around the world because they deliver a...

Image: The Football Foundation It seems that concerns over the future of the England national team are finally being taken seriously by those in control of the game. The government, the FA and the Premier League have joined forces to announce a £102 million fund aimed at increasing participation in grassroots football throughout the country. And it is believed...

As the England team once again made its way home after yet another disappointing showing at an international tournament, the German team were blazing a trail to an historic World Cup victory on South American soil. Favourites from the start, Joachim Low’s men were worthy winners. So, can the FA learn something from this incredible German success story? Or is...

Following years’ of criticism about its lack of action, the Football Association finally launched their Respect campaign in 2008. At the time, many people within the game thought it was little more than a gimmick – designed to appease those who accused the FA of neglecting the health of the grassroots game. At a time when assaults on referees were...

One of the main criticisms aimed at young British players involves their relative lack of ball control and technique. For years, the emphasis in youth football in Britain has been concentrated on winning at all costs, lots of competitive action and physical fitness. However, in order to compete on the world stage, kids need to start perfecting their skills at...

A recent Sky News report uncovered the true scale of the funding crisis threatening the future of grassroots football in the UK. Between 2007 and 2013, spending on facilities by local councils fell from £5.9 million to £4.9 million, which represents a 17 percent cut in seven years. And while the fact that spending on pitch maintenance actually rose during...