How to choose your position

1. Determine your top 3 skills

Get out a piece of paper and write down your top three skills (physical attributes such as speed count).

Take some time to think about them and – if possible – get a teammate or coach to help you pick.

2. Read an overview of each position

Read our article of every position on The Complete Soccer Guide:

• Soccer Forward
• Soccer Winger
• Soccer Center Midfielder
• Soccer Defender

Every article discusses the most important skills for that position.

There are variations on each position, but the key attributes remain largely the same.

Consult the list you made in step one.

Which of your top three traits fit most with a position?

You should find one or two positions that suit you the best. If necessary add two more skills to your “top skills list.”

3. Try the position

Once you’ve found a good fit, start playing as that position.

Spend a decent amount of time playing it as you need to get accustomed to the position before making a decision.

If you love the position, stick with it. If you feel that you may be better in a different position, try it out.

These three steps aren’t perfect, but they should point you in the right direction.

Source : http://www.active.com/soccer/articles