This is a very effective move, especially when the defender is patiently containing you. To successfully execute the Matthews move, you need to attack the supporting foot of the defender. Initially, the attacker pushes the ball in, towards the free leg of the defender. The he suddenly cuts to the outside.This leaves the defender helpless as the ball rolls past his supporting foot.
Named for Sir Stanley Matthews, which to this day is still considered one of the best dribblers the game has ever seen. Matthews played in the England's top soccer league until he was 50 and didn't retire from the game as a player until age 55. Below is a dedication to this great of the game with a lot of playing footage.
Named for Sir Stanley Matthews, which to this day is still considered one of the best dribblers the game has ever seen. Matthews played in the England's top soccer league until he was 50 and didn't retire from the game as a player until age 55. Below is a dedication to this great of the game with a lot of playing footage.