"If you're in the penalty area and you don't know what to do with the ball, put it in the net and we'll discuss your options after".

Bob Paisley, Liverpool F.C.

Three common mistakes from young players:

• Approach the ball straight
• Use toe
• Do not follow through
• Body collapses on impact

Basic Technique

Approach ball from an angle (approach 45 degrees)

None striking foot plant level with ball (not too close to cramp up body, not too far to be stretching)

Strike ball with instep/laces (toe pointing down and ankle locked)

Follow through keeping body upright