Tag: Motor Skills

The Importance of Neuro-Football Training for Kids

Written on 29th July 2024.

In the ever-evolving landscape of youth sports, the integration of neuroscience into training regimens is revolutionising the way we approach football...

What is football intelligence and can players develop it? Part 3

Written on 31st May 2023.

Over the past two months, we’ve focussed on football intelligence and come to the conclusion that it most certainly can and must be developed. The...

What is football intelligence and can players develop it? A focus on executive functions – Part 2

Written on 3rd April 2023.

Football intelligence and executive functions are hot topics, and they should be hotter. Their importance cannot be underestimated. Whoever said footballers...

Recap what you’ve learnt and celebrate your growth

Written on 1st May 2020.

Day 30 | 30-Day Challenge | We know restrictions are still in place, but we believe in celebrating every step in the process. Enjoy the process. Enjoy...

Learn a spin flick up in 30 seconds

Written on 30th April 2020.

Day 29 | 30-Day Challenge | This skill is great to learn for a freestyle move. It's also great to practise ball control, touch and weight of touch.

Add this change up on the Cruyff turn

Written on 29th April 2020.

Day 28 | 30-Day Challenge | Johan Cruyff was an excellent player. His skills and creative moves have been used to get past defenders for decades.

Get past the defender with speed and agility

Written on 28th April 2020.

Day 27 | 30-Day Challenge | It's all about moving quickly and selling the move to the defender. Learn this move in two simple steps. Drag it back and...

How to get thousands of touches in a session

Written on 27th April 2020.

Day 26 | 30-Day Challenge | At IQ Football, we strongly advise aspiring footballers to practise every day. If you're serious about the game, aim for...

Learn the inside step over turn in 3 easy steps

Written on 24th April 2020.

Day 25 | 30-Day Challenge | Today, we're working on your turns. This time we'll be using the inside of your foot. It's similar to yesterday, but watch...

Learn the outside step over turn in 3 easy steps

Written on 23rd April 2020.

Day 24 | 30-Day Challenge | Add this little turn to your array of skills that can be used to get away from the defender. Take it slow and steady. Watch...

How to improve your striker movement at home

Written on 22nd April 2020.

Day 23 | 30-Day Challenge | With a little space, you can work on your striker movement during the lockdown at home.

Inside Outside Football Drill

Written on 21st April 2020.

Day 22 | 30-Day Challenge | Today you'll work on yesterday's skill, but this time with a progression. Like we said, you'll need to be able to move the...