First touch, faster play: Study reveals the body and ball movements associated with quicker soccer passing
In soccer, the quality of the first touch is integral to shaping a player's subsequent actions. Despite its importance, there is limited scientific evidence regarding which specific movement characteristics are associated with effective first-touch performance.
<p>In soccer, the quality of the first touch is integral to shaping a player's subsequent actions. Despite its importance, there is limited scientific evidence regarding which specific movement characteristics are associated with effective first-touch performance.</p>