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What Is a Trap in Soccer?

In soccer, a trap is stopping and gaining possession of the ball after receiving a pass from a teammate or a misplaced pass from an opponent. “Receiving” or “controlling” the ball is another name for trapping. Choosing how to trap the ball and which part of your body to use is determined by your position […]

Hey 👋 I’m Beau. A proud Dad, former coach and soccer enthusiast. I continue to love the game of soccer today the same way I did when I was 7. I created soccernovo.com to share what I know about the game as well as provide a platform so other parents can learn more about youth soccer in the U.S.