There are numerous reasons why Soccer became such a popular sport all across the world, but the most obvious reasons could be the simple fact that this fun-filled sport does not require any costly equipment to play. Soccer is simply a lot of fun for a very low cost. Below is a list of the items needed to start playing soccer:
o Ball - This should ideally be the standard Soccer ball.
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o Open flat space - An open area that can accommodate approximately 20 people should be adequate.
o Companions - You can surely kick your ball all by yourself and even learn a few tactics without anyone being there to guide you; however, its lot more fun if your friends join your game.
o Lots of energy - Playing soccer is about continuous movements of your body. It's a fast paced game in which you'll certainly consume lots of energy while playing it.
In addition to these basics things, you may also want to add a few more accessories if you can afford them. However these are surely not necessary!
1) Spiked shoes: Cleats will help you with your balance so you do not slip while playing. Make sure that your shoes fit you properly and also make sure that they best suit the weather conditions and physical terrain in which you'll be playing.
2) Shin Guards: Shin guards help protect your legs from getting injured. However these are not required for a regular out of the house play. You may buy lightweight or tougher shin guards depending upon whether you are an attacker or a defensive player.
3) Gloves (for goalkeepers)
If you are a goalkeeper of your team, you might want to add this to your list. Specialized playing gloves are designed to give goalkeepers better grip on the ball and prevents injuries to palms and fingers.
4) Goalposts
It could be just about anything like trees, cars, playground equipment, even people, unless of-course you are playing any official league game.
5) Uniform
Shorts are preferable for playing soccer, especially the knee-length shorts. This can be teamed with a cotton jersey and thick high socks that can protect your legs from injury.
Evidently, even if you plan to buy all of the above equipments, your bill is not going to cross the limit of a few hundred dollars. If you still can't afford all of it, just grab a soccer ball, gather all your friends, and hunt for an open space in your neighborhood and just have fun!
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