Soccer Recruiting Video

Create a Soccer Recruiting Video That Gets You Noticed

Your men’s soccer highlight video is your most powerful recruiting asset. Coaches rarely travel to see players in person before viewing their film — and many make their decision within the first minute. A well-made video can capture their attention and set you apart.

 
 
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How Long Should It Be?

Coaches often receive hundreds of videos — make yours short, sharp, and impactful

Length

  • 4–6 minutes total

Clips

  • 20–30 high-quality clips

Structure

  • Best plays first, weakest last

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Must-Have Elements

Title Card (5–7 seconds):

Highlight Presentation

Skills to Showcase by Position

Key Skills to Highlight by Position

Goalkeeper (GK)

  • Shot-stopping from various angles and distances
  • Confidently collecting high balls on crosses and corners
  • Accurate distribution using both hands and feet
  • Quick reflexes and control in 1v1 save situations

Defender (CB/OB)

  • Strong tackles and smart interceptions
  • Winning aerial challenges and 50/50 balls
  • Effective 1v1 defending against fast attackers
  • Composed, accurate passing when building out from the back

Midfielder (CM/CDM/CAM)

  • Composed first touch when under pressure
  • Accurate long and short passing range
  • Ability to win and maintain possession
  • Strong vision for through balls and switches of play
  • Creativity in generating and finishing scoring opportunities

Forward / Winger

  • Finishing with both feet and headers
  • Speed and dribbling ability in 1v1 situations
  • Intelligent movement and positioning off the ball
  • Creating assists through crosses and cutbacks
  • Applying pressure and forcing mistakes from defenders

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Technical Tips for Soccer Highlight Videos

Game footage only — no practice drills.

Multiple matches — show consistency, not just one good game.

Include transitions — attack + defend moments show well-rounded play.

Subtitles for context — e.g., “#10 CAM – through ball”.

After each season or major showcase

Whenever you hit a new milestone (stats, awards, measurables)

If you transfer clubs or change competition level

When to Update Your Video

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