by Soccer Coach Albert M. Luongo
Palermo had a victory over Fiorentina 2 to 0 on December 8, 2007. Palermo’s Fabrizio Miccoli scored the first goal at about 18 minutes into the game. He was able to dribble through the Fiorentina defense and had an open shot at the goal with only the goalie to oppose him. Fiorentina had many chances in the first half to score, but failed to do so.
The second half was a little more interesting. Fiorentina had several shots on goal but again failed in their attempts. Their best soccer in this half lasted for only for the first ten minutes, but many shots were very high over the goal. Palermo dominated the rest of the game. With 80 minutes on the clock, Palermo’s Simplicio scored in a similar fashion as that of the first scored goal; that is, no defenseman opposed him except for the goalkeeper.
It is my opinion that the Fiorentina defense was confused most of the game. Too, I beleive that Fiorentina’s Jorgenson, a powerful defender played up too far, helping out on attacks. This type of situation often leaves the goal unprotected. However, his shoulder-charging tackles are to be commended as this type of charge allows for player contact and is within the Laws of the Game. These shoulder-charging tackles allowed him to end up with the ball a few times.
The game was pretty rough, as the referee did not make too many calls on fouls in the second half.
Palermo deserved to win as they had a good defensive team and made it difficult for Fiorentina to get clear shots on goal. Palermo also dominated the last 35 minutes of the second half.
Here is my advice for young players and coaches.
1. Learn the rules for the best defensive techniques
2. Learn how to shoulder-charge an opponent properly. But be aware that inexperienced referees often do not know the difference between a legal shoulder charge and a foul. It is highly recommended to learn this tackle: If a legal shoulder-charge is called as an offense, you will be right and the referee will be wrong. At higher levels of soccer, this will not be much of an issue. This tackle makes for stronger players.
All of the above information is the author's opinion. This article in no way is meant to degrade, discredit or defame any team or person. Its sole purpose is to improve the skills of young soccer players, coaches and the game itself.
Palermo had a victory over Fiorentina 2 to 0 on December 8, 2007. Palermo’s Fabrizio Miccoli scored the first goal at about 18 minutes into the game. He was able to dribble through the Fiorentina defense and had an open shot at the goal with only the goalie to oppose him. Fiorentina had many chances in the first half to score, but failed to do so.
The second half was a little more interesting. Fiorentina had several shots on goal but again failed in their attempts. Their best soccer in this half lasted for only for the first ten minutes, but many shots were very high over the goal. Palermo dominated the rest of the game. With 80 minutes on the clock, Palermo’s Simplicio scored in a similar fashion as that of the first scored goal; that is, no defenseman opposed him except for the goalkeeper.
It is my opinion that the Fiorentina defense was confused most of the game. Too, I beleive that Fiorentina’s Jorgenson, a powerful defender played up too far, helping out on attacks. This type of situation often leaves the goal unprotected. However, his shoulder-charging tackles are to be commended as this type of charge allows for player contact and is within the Laws of the Game. These shoulder-charging tackles allowed him to end up with the ball a few times.
The game was pretty rough, as the referee did not make too many calls on fouls in the second half.
Palermo deserved to win as they had a good defensive team and made it difficult for Fiorentina to get clear shots on goal. Palermo also dominated the last 35 minutes of the second half.
Here is my advice for young players and coaches.
1. Learn the rules for the best defensive techniques
2. Learn how to shoulder-charge an opponent properly. But be aware that inexperienced referees often do not know the difference between a legal shoulder charge and a foul. It is highly recommended to learn this tackle: If a legal shoulder-charge is called as an offense, you will be right and the referee will be wrong. At higher levels of soccer, this will not be much of an issue. This tackle makes for stronger players.
All of the above information is the author's opinion. This article in no way is meant to degrade, discredit or defame any team or person. Its sole purpose is to improve the skills of young soccer players, coaches and the game itself.
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