HOW TO DRIBBLE LIKE MESSI

 To dribble like Messi, it's all about close control, quick changes of direction, and confidence. Here are some key steps to focus on:

1. Close ball control: Messi has exceptional control over the ball, often using small, quick touches to keep the ball very close to his feet. Practice keeping the ball within a few inches of your foot while running at speed.

2. Use both feet: Messi is equally proficient with both feet, which allows him to shift the ball between them smoothly. Work on developing your weaker foot to handle the ball with both.

3. Low center of gravity: Messi has a low center of gravity, which helps him change direction quickly without losing balance. Try bending your knees slightly and staying low to the ground when dribbling.

4. Quick changes of direction: Messi’s dribbling is marked by his ability to make sudden, sharp changes of direction. Practice using quick footwork and sudden bursts of speed to fake defenders and cut past them.

5. Body feints: Use body fakes to throw off defenders. Messi uses his body posture and head movements to make it seem like he's going one way, then quickly switches direction.

6. Stay calm under pressure: Messi rarely panics even when surrounded by defenders. Keep your cool, and make decisions quickly, whether it’s to pass, shoot, or keep dribbling.

7. Repetition and practice: Like any skill, dribbling like Messi requires hours of practice. Set up cones or markers and dribble through them at varying speeds and angles.

By working on these skills consistently, you’ll start to notice your dribbling improving and becoming m

ore fluid like Messi’s.