Ladies World Cup Final

[lelapin]

I have just read the following post on another forum and wondered if anyone here has any informed answers.

 

With The Ladies World Cup Final taking place Sunday, I have a few technical questions. At what speed will a well struck shot from the edge of the area tomorrow cross the goal line and how far will a goal kick not affected by the wind, travel through the air. How do these figures compare with those achieved by Geoff Hurst and Gordon Banks in England’s last appearance in a World Cup final.

In golf since the 1960’s, distances and ball speed achieved have increased dramatically due to technical advances in golf balls, golf clubs and training techniques. Has there been similar advances in soccer with footballs, boots and coaching methods.