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Masterclass: Ivan Rakitić free-kick guide

As FC Barcelona prepare for their Group F decider with Paris Saint-Germain, Ivan Rakitić gives a UEFA Training Ground masterclass on taking the perfect free-kick.

Masterclass: Ivan Rakitić free-kick guide
Masterclass: Ivan Rakitić free-kick guide ©UEFA.com

Key tips
• You have to know where you want to hit the ball and where you want to send it.

• For balance it is very important how you set your non-kicking foot.

• Hit the ball with the middle of the instep.

• Keep focus on where you want the ball to go, out of the goalkeeper's reach.

• Keep practising!

Rakitić says ...
"I hope my tips will help you score many goals from free-kicks."

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