How to Take a Free Kick Like Roberto Carlos

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Place the ball on the spot.

   Make sure the valve is pointing towards you, as it is the hardest part of the ball.
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   Step 2: Take 5 to 7 spaces back.

   ,,,,, Your non-kicking leg has to be as firm as possible. ,, Curl shots are perfect for accuracy and placement.
   
   For this type of free kick, the outside of the boot is better, as doing an inside of the foot shot means that you are going to change your body position and that mucks up your shot.
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   Step 3: FOR LEFT FOOTERS: Line up slightly left of the ball.

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   Step 4: FOR RIGHT FOOTERS: Line up slightly right of the ball.

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   Step 5: Run on your toes at medium pace

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   Step 6: then when you're halfway from the ball and your starting position

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   Step 7: gradually get faster...

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   Step 8: Your last step has to be fast and long.

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   Step 9: When you shoot

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    Step 10: place your non-kicking foot about ten inches away.

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    Step 11: When you're about to kick the ball

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    Step 12: bring your kicking leg as far back as possible

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    Step 13: and shoot.

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    Step 14: Aim for the top corners

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    Step 15: and put curl on the ball.

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