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Ronaldinho
Ronaldinho
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Push the ball one way with the outside of your foot, then snap it back the other way with the inside of the same foot, all in one motion. Also called the flip-flap or snake. Creates the illusion of going one direction before exploding the other way. Ronaldinho made it famous, though Rivellino and Sérgio Echigo were doing it earlier. At speed, it's almost impossible to defend.
Ronaldinho's elastico against Chelsea in the 2005 Champions League was pure artistry - he flicked the ball one way then snapped it back past the defender in one motion, leaving the opposition completely wrong-footed before setting up a goal.
Robbie
Feb 2, 2026