Vietnam, a nation with a deep-rooted love for soccer, has made significant strides in the sport over the past decade. Despite being a relatively small country in the global soccer landscape, Vietnam’s approach to the game offers valuable lessons for other nations, and you’d be surprised how many people even outside of Vietnam tune in … Read more
Futsal has produced some truly unforgettable matches over the years. This sport, which emphasizes skill, speed, and precision, has given rise to legendary showdowns that have captivated fans around the globe. These are some of the most epic futsal games that have left a lasting mark on the sport. 1. Brazil vs. Spain: 2012 FIFA … Read more
Video Assistant Referee (VAR) is now a well-established system used in many sports. The technology has been used at the FIFA World Cup, the Women’s World Cup, and many major football leagues. But what about futsal? Will VAR be used in professional futsal tournaments too? And if so, when will it happen? Currently, there have … Read more
They are tasked with the important role of keeping the game fair. The 4 officials on the soccer field work together and their keen eye and synergy is really important, as they have to work as a team to do a good job. But let’s see who they are individually. The main official In soccer, … Read more
You may think that sports referees and umpires are old-fashioned people. How else could you explain their funny outfits and striped shirts? But the job of refereeing is actually very high-tech, and many of the tools used by refs and umpires are actually pretty cool. Let’s review a few of them here! Instant replay & … Read more
Coaching is a very demanding profession and requires coaches to stay relevant all the time. Technology has changed the way that coaches train athletes and it has made them more efficient when it comes to preparing them for games. In this article you will learn about how technology has changed the way that coaches train … Read more
The World Cup in Brazil was the first to fully integrate goal-line technology. The 2014 tournament also introduced super slo-mo replays and a system that allowed referees to connect earpieces with headquarters at FIFA so they could review decisions on the field. And fans saw the FIFA app for smartphones take a huge step forward, … Read more
You can play futsal with only a ball and a pair of shoes. You can play without a net or a goal post in an improvised field. But professionally, futsal is played on a hard court, between two teams of five players each. There are goalkeepers; but one of each team’s players can also act … Read more
VAR is short for a video assistant referee. It’s used to review decisions by the on-field referee, who has access to a number of replays from different angles. Offside calls are among the most common reasons for VAR use in soccer. The official can ask for assistance if he or she believes there was an … Read more
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a great referee? The job requires more than just physical fitness and knowledge of the rules. You also have to be prepared for the stress of handling disagreements, angry players, and fans who think you’re wrong no matter how perfect your calls are. Being a referee … Read more