Many children play soccer because it is fun. Many parents want their children to play soccer to stay physically fit. Both of these goals are easy to achieve, but one aspect of soccer that is often overlooked, though, is nutrition. Proper nutrition is one of the build blocks of a successful soccer player. This overlook may cause children to not have fun playing soccer and may prevent them from reaping the full health benefits of the game.
FIFA, the worldwide governing body for international soccer, published this guide to "Nutrition in Soccer" that can help players, parents, and coaches through the often confusing world of nutrition. (link)