The instep pass is when a player uses the instep kick to generate more power on passes. Players typically use instep passes to drive the ball harder than a regular pass. This will result in the pass arriving at the target quicker, enabling faster movement on the attack.

Use your instep to drive through the ball, keeping the ball on the ground to quickly get the ball from A to B. To keep the ball down ensure your knee is over the ball as you strike it and don't lean back. Strike the centre of the ball with the instep, with the toes pointing downwards. Follow through with the kicking leg to increase power.

Inside of the Foot Pass The “inside of the foot” or instep pass is the safest soccer pass. Because of the large contact area between the ball and the foot, very precise passes can be executed. The “inside of the foot” pass also allows for exact passing and volleying to a partner.

The instep or push pass is a common pass used in soccer. To do a push pass, you use the inside of the foot (along the arch) to push the ball forward. As a result, the hip and leg/knee must rotate outwards to allow contact with the ball.

Football: Instep pass DESCRIPTION Taking only one step before striking the ball, players should pass using the instep of both their feet - left and right. COACHING POINTS Place non-kicking foot level with the ball, pointing in the intended direction of the pass.