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Which position should you play

Football: Which position should you play?

Playing football is great, but playing football in the position that suits you best is even better! A lot of players start playing in one position and transition into others over the years. Do you know which position is right for you?

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Football-based cardio workouts at home

Are you a footballer who's looking to keep up their cardio training and stay in shape? Then these tips are for you.

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Four tips on how to save a penalty

So you're a goalkeeper. Want some advice on how to save penalties? Here are four top tips that will help you improve and become the best keeper at your club.

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What are the advantages of playing in different positions?

Forward, defensive midfielder, wide midfielder, central defender, full back ... there are so many positions and roles to play in football and, with them, opportunities to develop as a playerWe reveal all the benefits that footballers can reap from playing in different positions.

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Preparing and working out for the new football season: your bespoke programme!

Football players are technicians who express themselves as part of a system thanks to their physical and mental abilities. We have a bespoke muscle-development programme just for you.

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Earning a starting place in football

The season is under way and you've got the feeling that your coach doesn't have much faith in you. You've been on the bench more often than not and when you have come on it's been late in the game. The situation is far from ideal for you. Here's some advice on how to nail down that starting place you want so badly.

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Preparing your kit bag for training

Every week, football players have to pack their football bag for training sessions and matches. What do you need to have in your bag?We tell you which essential pieces of kit have to go in there.

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Junior Football: what makes a good team player?

"I'd love to play with them..." Has anyone ever said that about you in your football team? Here are the 3 things you need to become a good team-mate on and off the pitch.

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What to do when your keeper's sent off and you need someone to play in goal.

Your keeper's just seen red. She's off! It's a situation you've no doubt faced before. We tell you how to find the right replacement and avoid a heavy defeat.

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The good things about being a substitute

You’re gutted! You're on the bench for the next game or, even worse, you haven't even made the squad. Don't panic! We show you the advantages of being a sub and how to come out stronger.

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Keys to success as a wing-back

Long seen as one of those positions no one wanted to play in, wing-backs are becoming more and more important in the modern game. Wing-backs have to both attack and defend, which means they are often the players who make a difference for their team.

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Playing football after you've turned 35

So you're a footballer, your 35th birthday is approaching fast, and you've got no intention of giving up the game you love? Here are our five tips on how to continue living out your passion and enjoying yourself on the pitch.

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Central midfielder: the essential qualities

The central midfielder (number 10) is critical to a team's operation. Do you already play this position and would like some tips on how to improve? Read on!

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Goalkeeper: a unique position

There's no other position like it in football. An essential but isolated figure on the pitch, goalkeepers are often seen as special and unique. But how do you spot a good goalkeeper?

Your child wants to be a goalkeeper. What can you do to help them?

Youth football: Your child wants to be a goalkeeper. What can you do to help them?

For some people the urge to keep goal comes at an early age. We've got some advice on how you can help your little one play in what's a very special position.

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Speed, spring and explosiveness in football: your custom training programme

If you're going to hit the ground running when the season resumes, you need to follow a special programme during the break. Here's a programme I've put together so that you can work on your responsiveness, speed and explosiveness.

WHEN SHOULD YOU STRETCH DURING FOOTBALL? (Import)

WHEN SHOULD YOU STRETCH DURING FOOTBALL? (Import)

Stretching is an essential part of football and a topic widely debated by footballers. Everyone has their own habits and beliefs! As a result, many popular misconceptions have arisen, which we'll now attempt to clear up by focusing on one question: WHEN should you stretch?

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How to be a better defensive midfielder

Are you a defensive midfielder?Your aim: to stop the opposition from scoring or force them to make a mistake. We have some tips for you on how to improve your defensive skills and excel in the position.

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Enjoying your training when the weather's bad

When the weather's bad and you can't play or train as normal, the coach has to come up with a plan B. How can you turn the situation into an opportunity by playing sports other than football? Check out our advice!

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Women's football: what makes a good team player?

"I'd like to play with her. She's a good team-mate." Has anyone ever said that about you in your football team? We tell you the three things you need to become a good team-mate on and off the pitch.

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Kids' football: How to help your child develop their football skills

It's not always easy to help your child work on their game. Whether you’re a football fan, a former player, a sports lover in general or a complete sportsphobe, we’ve got some advice that should help you out.

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Five-minutecardio session for football

With football about to resume, are you looking to work on your cardio fitness without it taking up too much time? Got five minutes to spare to develop your cardiovascular capacity?Here's my cardio routine for the layoff period.

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Curling the ball

Want to work on bending or curling the ball? Our video shows you how to put spin on your shots so you can score in style.

Learn how to do a header

Learn how to do a header

So you think that football involves more than just your feet? Work on your aerial game with our videos on learning to do a header.

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Staying in shape during the football layoff

How have the last few weeks been for you in terms of sport? You'll no doubt have been exercising in a different way or not as much. With training sessions on hold and gyms closed, sticking at it has not been easy.

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Kicking the ball with the outside of the foot

Looking to bend the ball more when you shoot? Reluctant to shoot with your weaker foot? Watch our video and learn how to bend the ball with the outside of your foot.

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Fitness training for football: training drills and programmes

Getting and staying fit for football We've got some examples for you of fitness drills you can do pre-season and over the winter break and for working on your speed and explosiveness throughout the year.

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ALL THE POSITIONS ON A FOOTBALL CLUB'S TEAM SHEET

Playing football is great fun. Even better is to be able to play in the position where you can best express your particular abilities! A lot of players start playing in one position and transition into others over the years. Do you know which position is best for you?

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Kids and sports: 5 popular misconceptions

Our kids and teens move, jump, run, dance... Basically, they never stop! A natural need to have fun and exercise?

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Which sport should I do if I have knee pain?

Many sports put strain on and weaken the knees, so when you have knee problems it’s hard to know which ones you can do. With the help of Manuel Assunçao, physiotherapist, let me tell you everything (or almost everything) about knee pain.

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How to position yourself on the pitch

If a player always gives the impression of having plenty of time to do what they want on the pitch, they're one of the rare footballers to have mastered the art of positioning. Knowing where to position yourself gives you the upper hand over your opponents, and even allows you to compensate for a lack of speed or explosiveness. We're here to help you save time and space based on the position you play in.

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Finding the right sport for your holidays: We've got some inspo for you!

It tends to be a case of all or nothing when it comes to holidays: You either make the most of the downtime to exercise OR you disrupt your daily routines and your well-oiled habits. So, what can you do? Stay tuned for our top tricks…

Rachid Zerrouki: team sports as a tool to reducing school dropouts

Rachid Zerrouki: team sports as a tool to reduce school dropouts

What if sports could help students find their way back to the school system?

Which sports are best for very shy kids or teens?

Which sports are best for very shy kids or teens?

Is your child scared of meeting new people or of speaking out in a group? How can you stop them worrying about what other people think? Which sports could help them?

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All about jorkyball

You've probably heard of football and squash, right? Well then you already know a bit about jorkyball… Find out more in this article!

What is a stress fracture?

What is a stress fracture?

They're a nightmare for athletes and an injury that you wouldn't wish on anyone: stress fractures. But can they be avoided? What are the early warning signs and how do you treat a stress fracture?

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THE LAWS OF FOOTBALL

So you think you know all there is to know about our number one sport? Come and join our team of fans and acquaint/reacquaint yourself with the laws of the game, which are forever changing.

Learning to how to deal with failure in sport

Learning how to deal with failure in sport

Are you an athlete or a supporter with fear of failure? Let's talk about it in this article.

Muscle strains: how to prevent and treat them

Muscle strains: how to prevent and treat them

From stretches to tears, we take a look at muscle strains and explain what to do if it happens to you.

Sports sections at schools and colleges

Sports sections at schools and colleges

How to combine sport and studies successfully? This is a question with one answer: the school sports section. We tell you how it works.

5 proprioception exercises for more stable footing

5 proprioception exercises for more stable footing

Learn five exercises to strengthen your ankles and knees and improve your proprioception.

How do you warm up for football properly?

How do you warm up for football properly?

In football, the warm-up is a key part of your performance on the pitch. Here's our advice on how to get it right!

Take up football: make it your goal!

Take up football: make it your goal!

Are you looking for a team sport that you can start wherever you want, with whoever you want? Then football is just what you need!

STRETCHING THOSE MUSCLES IN FOOTBALL: WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO DO YOUR STRETCHING?

WARM-UP MUSCLE STRETCHING IN FOOTBALL: WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO DO YOUR STRETCHING?

Stretching the muscles and warming up - essential elements for playing football. A subject on which all players have their little pet ideas and habits! There is a lot of 'received wisdom' or folklore in this area so we thought it a good idea to explain best practices in the area of warming-up and muscle stretching, etc.

The 5 benefits of football

The 5 benefits of football

We tell you the five benefits of football for body and mind.

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Walking football: football without the tackling or running

Still in love with the beautiful game after all these years? Then let us tell you about walking football, the game that lets you keep on scoring into your senior years!

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Football at home

Football at homeThese three words might fill you with fear at the idea of your little terrors smashing and breaking everything in their paths. But with the right equipment, playing football at home is a great way of having some family fun and keeping your children occupied.

Football: Three things to work on alone or in pairs so you hit form when football returns

Football: Three things to work on alone or in pairs so you hit form when football returns

So you've been missing playing and you're worried you've maybe lost your touch?Staying fit during the layoff is not a problem, but working on your game is a lot harder on your own or in small groups. It's not impossible though.

Discover the game of football

Discover the game of football: its rules and history

Are you looking for a team sport that you can start wherever you want, with whoever you want? Then football is just what you need!

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How to help your child choose their sport

Is it time to sign your child up for a new sport again? See our tips on how to find a sport they'll love.

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KIPSTA MEDIA

What's happening right now at Kipsta? Check out the latest news from your favourite football brand

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UEFA chooses KIPSTA for the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League

KIPSTA will become the official matchball supplier of the UEFA Europa League and UEFA Europa Conference League for the 2024-2027 cycle.

Heading the ball

Heading the ball

Want to work on your aerial game? Watch our video and learn how to head the ball home.

The origin and history of table football

The origin and history of table football

The first versions of table football emerged at the end of the 19th century seeking to transfer the dynamics of a football match into a board game.

How to create a workout routine from the start of the school year

How to create a workout routine from the start of the school year

Wondering how to create a workout routine and stick to it, in spite of all the bustle of the start of the school year? We'll help!

What is the vVO2max in sport?

What is the vVO2max in sport?

The vVO2max is a very useful indicator for finding your rhythm and improving your running. We'll tell you everything you need to know about the subject. 

The 5 benefits of football

Women's football: The 5 benefits of football

How does football benefit your health? Here are 5 benefits of football, for both body and mind.

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Women's football: a booming sport

Football and women is a love story that is continuing to intensify, with more and more women following and playing the game. We fill you in on the wonderful world of women's football.

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FOOTBALL: HOW TO RECOVER

Read on for advice from Pierre Yves, our physical therapist partner, on ways to recover after football training or a match.

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Football at home for children

Playing football is an experience for sharing with team-mates, so why not enjoy it with the best team of all: your family!

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Managing the close season

This is a vital period in terms of the season ahead and it needs to be managed properly. The way you approach it will depend on the standard of football you play. The model I'm going to propose to you is for amateur football (league/district).

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Your child wants to be a goalkeeper. What can you do to help them?

So your little one wants to play in goal and you're asking yourself what kit and which gloves they need to stay safe. We've got lots of tips so you can help them in this key position.

Staying in form during the midwinter break: circuit training programme

Staying in shape during the midwinter break: circuit training programme

The exercises I'm going to show you here will be more effective for footballers if complemented by a running programme. Want to find out more?

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A little bit of history: total football

Today's full-backs attack just as much as they defend, while some centre-halves score more than ten goals a season.But football hasn't always been like that. I'll tell you about a time when defenders just defended and forwards did nothing but attack.

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Women's football: Cleaning and looking after your football boots

When you play football your boots are your working tool. Here are four pieces of advice on looking after your boots properly and giving yourself every chance of succeeding when you get back out on to the pitch.

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Kipsta products are tested and certified before coming to market

For over 20 years, Kipsta has been creating products for male and female football players at all levels. In this article we present to you the Product Certification Team, who ensure that Kipsta products are tested and validated before they are released to stores.

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THE KIPSTA PROJECT

This is one of those technical skills that no-one who knows football will forget - the Panenka by Zidane - during the final of the 2006 World Cup. At Kipsta, it's a team-developed way of life - our raison d'etreIn this article you will read about the raison d'etre and the key objectives of Kipsta, Decathlon's brand name for football products.

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KIPSTA Product designer

KIPSTA has been designing products suited to players of both sexes, for all levels, for more than 20 years. Take a look at the KIPSTADIUM in Tourcoing in the North of France. It is the world-wide research and development centre for the design and development of all football-related products under the brand name of KIPSTA.

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KIPSTA IS THE OFFICIAL PARTNER OF THE PRO LEAGUE

Kipsta is the official partner of the Pro League. The brand today unveiled its new Pro League OMB to the public.

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KIPSTA UNVEILS THE NEW LIGUE 1 UBER EATS AND LIGUE 2 BKT OFFICIAL BALLS

The LFP and Kipsta unveil the return phase version of the official Ligue 1 Uber Eats ball, which will make its debut on 28 December 2022.

The 5 benefits of football

The 5 benefits of football

How does football benefit your health? Here are 5 benefits of football, for both body and mind.

Why play football?

Kids' special: Why play football?

Football is undoubtedly the most popular sport in the world. But why so much love for a round ball? Read on to find some answers that might interest you and your budding footballers.

Sport-related concussion: understanding and preventing concussion

Sport-related concussion: understanding and preventing concussion

What is concussion, and how can we prevent it? How do you take care of concussion? Discover medical professionals' answers and advice.

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The benefits of canoe-kayak

Canoe-kayak is good for both body and mind. It's a real symbiosis between enjoyment and getting fit, and all this taking place in a natural setting [...]

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Women's football: What are the advantages of playing in different positions?

Forward, defensive midfielder, wide midfielder, central defender, full back ... there are so many positions and roles to play in football and, with them, opportunities to develop as a player.We reveal all the benefits that women footballers can reap from playing in different positions.

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Playing a one-two

One-twos are not the easiest trick to master.Our video will show you how they're done.

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Kids' football: Cleaning and looking after your football boots

As a footballer, your football boots are your tools. Read on for four pieces of advice to keep your football boots in top shape and improve your chances next time you step out onto the pitch.

Advice for football managers

Advice for football managers

A football manager, often called the head coach, is the person responsible for leading a football club or a national team. But what makes a good football manager? What is their job? How to become a good football manager Discover the many tips we co-wrote with our partner Vestiaires Dirigeant.

How to be a better defensive midfielder

How to be a better defensive midfielder

Are you a defensive midfielder?Your aim: to stop the opposition from scoring or force them to make a mistake. We have some tips for you on how to improve your defensive skills and excel in the position.

Crossing the ball

Crossing the ball

Want to learn how to pick out your team-mates in the penalty box? Work on your crossing skills with our video.

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Getting up in the air to head the ball

Looking to take your heading game to the next level? Our video will show you how to hang in the air and head the ball.

Shooting with the instep

Shooting with the instep

So you want to shoot from distance? In this video we'll show you how to strike the ball with your instep so you can score from long range.

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Good resolutions for a footballer

2019 will be the year! More sport, more family, more focus on work...That's great and all, but don't forget the most important thing: football. Here you'll find a few ways to strengthen your relationship with the ball, there's not a second to lose!

Taking a direct free kick

Taking a direct free kick

Want to learn how to score from a free kick? Watch our video and you'll soon be turning your direct free kicks into genuine goalscoring opportunities.

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Right/left-sided midfielder: how to get your positioning right on the pitch?

Are you a wide midfielder? We unlock the secrets of the position, your attributes and the skills you need to play in this position for your team.

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Is your child taking up football?

So what do you do if your child has just started playing the game? We've got some advice for you on what boots, bags and balls to buy.

Football: how to take care of your feet

Football: how to take care of your feet

Every footballer must pay particular attention to the feet. Discover a few tips to help you protect them and continue to perform your best on the football pitch.

The technical skills you need to make a pass in football

The technical skills you need to make a pass in football

When you play football, do you prefer to pass the ball rather than score a goal? Our video will show you the technical skills you need to make a pass.

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Kids' football: So your little one wants to play football in winter?

Playing football in winter is not always easy, especially for young children. It can be hard to motivate a young player to go out and train when the temperature is hovering around zero. Here's some advice on keeping them interested when it's chilly outside

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Scared of getting injured when football resumes?

So you’re missing your football and feel a bit like a smoker who’s just been told to quit (OK, maybe not, but you know what I mean)? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Have you been waiting for months, telling yourself: “When football starts up again I’m going to play every day”? Then you need to be careful and make sure you don’t get carried away and risk picking up an injury when you get going again. Here’s some advice on what you need to do to stay injury-free when football starts up again (and it will, one day).

Technical football skills on video

Technical football skills on video

Are you looking for football videos to improve your game? Discover essential technical football skills and improve with our videos.

Why play football?

Why play football?

Football is undoubtedly the most popular sport in the world. But why is there so much passion for the beautiful game? Here are a few ideas that might be of interest.

Hitting a long pass

Hitting a long pass

Hitting a long pass without it being intercepted can be hard. Our video will show you how to flight the ball through the air and pick out your team-mate from a distance.

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WOMEN'S FOOTBALL: 4 stereotypes about women's football

When it comes to women's football, there is no shortage of preconceived stereotypes. Not physically strong enough, goalkeepers who are just there to fill out 11 on a side, etc. Maybe you've heard them too. Here are the 4 most widespread stereotypes about women's football.

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How to stay in shape during the close season and midwinter break

So football's off for its midwinter break and like lots of players you're wondering how you can enjoy the festive season without it impacting on your fitness levels.Here's some advice for you

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Football: How and why to warm up effectively

Warming up is vital in football, especially in winter. Doing it properly reduces the risk of suffering a muscle injury at the start of a match or training session.

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How to avoid being provoked on the pitch.

When you're a striker, provocation is something you have to deal with in pretty much every game.

Dinking the ball over the keeper

Dinking the ball over the keeper

So you're a goalscorer and you want to broaden your finishing skills? With our video you'll learn how to dink the ball over the keeper.

Backwards flicks and bicycle kicks

Backwards flicks and bicycle kicks

Want to learn how to score with a backwards flick? Our video will show how to master this outrageous piece of skill.

Our ambassadors and technical partners

Our ambassadors and technical partners

Ambassadors on the pitch, our professional footballers wear Kipsta football boots and goalkeeping gloves when they play. In the process, they put Kipsta products to the test at the very highest level and share their views with our design teams.

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