Soccer is a popular sport, and the players who play it are often known for their skillful tricks. These tricks can help players improve their game and entertain fans and opponents alike.
One of the most popular skills is the rainbow flick. It was first introduced in Brazil in March 1968 by Santos winger Alexandre de Carvalho, nicknamed ‘Kaneco’.
Neymar
The rainbow flick is a tricky skill that requires a lot of technique and concentration. It is often credited to Jay-Jay Okocha and Alexandre de Carvalho, but the king of the move is undoubtedly Neymar.
It’s a trick that he regularly pulls off on the pitch. It’s a unique way to get past defenders, as the footballer dribbles before flicking the ball over his head with both hands.
Neymar recently showed off his skill against Manchester City. He attempted to rainbow flick the ball over Riyad Mahrez but failed and gave it away, leaving him red-faced as Manchester City regained possession.
Afterwards, Neymar took to social media to vent his frustration at referee Stephanie Frappart’s decision. He claimed “Joga Bonito is over” as he posted the video on Instagram.
It’s a shame that Paqueta’s antics were punished, especially as he’d already scored three times for Lyon in the 3-1 win over Troyes. He was given a yellow card by match referee Frappart for the trick and his Brazil international team-mate Neymar has condemned her actions.
Ilhan Mansis
Ilhan Mansis is a German-born Turkish professional footballer and figure skater, best known for his rainbow flick in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. During this tournament, he scored a golden goal that sent Turkey to the last four of the competition.
The rainbow flick is a trick that is surprisingly difficult to perform, but players like Neymar and Ilhan Mansis have shown that it can be done.
Generally, it involves a player taking the ball from his opponent, rolling it up on one leg and then launching the ball forward with the other. The most impressive aspect of the rainbow flick is that it can be performed with either foot, making it the most versatile trick in the football game. It is also the most effective way to score a goal in the modern game. Whether you’re watching a match between Bolton and Arsenal, or Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona, the rainbow flick is a must-try.
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Jay-Jay Okocha
The rainbow flick is a footballing trick that involves flicking the ball around the defender. It may have started in the sixties, but it was former Nigerian international Jay-Jay Okocha who popularized it in England during the mid-2000s.
Okocha began his career at Enugu Rangers before he moved to Germany where he trained with third-tier side Borussia Neunkirchen. Okocha quickly became a star player there and he was soon playing in the top division.
He made his debut for the Nigerian national team in 1994 and he played in a 2-1 loss to Ivory Coast. He was part of the winning 1994 African Cup of Nations and the Olympic gold winning team in Atlanta.
He stayed in Germany until he was 20 and was offered a professional contract by German Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt, which had a strong connection with Okocha’s native country. Okocha then played for Fenerbahce before Paris Saint-Germain paid a record PS14 million to take him to France in 1998.
Alexandre de Carvalho
One of the most iconic skills in football, the rainbow flick was first executed by Santos winger Alexandre de Carvalho (nicknamed ‘Kaneco’), who used it in a 5-1 win over Botafogo SP in March 1968. It has since become a popular trick in the game and has been credited to a number of players, including Neymar.
The trick involves a player collecting the ball between their feet and flicking it up in the air. It is a difficult skill to master, so requires plenty of practice.
However, it is not uncommon for a player to attempt the skill when they have their team comfortably winning or there aren’t many options available. This is often seen as showboating, but it is not illegal in the game.
In the modern game, Paris Saint-Germain and Brazil forward Neymar has become known for his rainbow flicks, often pulling this trick out when there is no other option or when the game is going to be a tight finish. This tactic caused a lot of controversy during his time at Barcelona and PSG.
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