Professional soccer coach and former pro soccer player Warren Barton explains how to control the ball using a good first touch, the right body angle, and smart decisions about where the ball is going next.
Learn about the importance of the first touch with ball control. Controlling at the first touch will determine what you'll do next; pass, shoot, dribble, or even lose the ball.
What does it mean to have a strong body angle when controlling the soccer ball? It means you need to be composed head to toe and to be aware of the angle of your body for the best control.