General
backheel
What does backheel mean?
A pass or shot struck with the heel, usually to move the ball in the opposite direction to which the player is facing.
"A cheeky backheel set up the tap-in."
Origin
Descriptive: the ball is played with the back of the heel.
Frequently asked questions
What is a backheel in football?
It is a pass or shot played with the heel of the foot, usually to send the ball behind you without turning around.
Why do players use a backheel?
It disguises the direction of the ball and lets a player quickly redirect it to a teammate positioned behind them.
Is a backheel hard to do?
It takes timing and touch, since you are striking the ball blind, but a simple short backheel pass is a common and effective move.
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