This really simple small-sided game is perfect for encouraging players to press their opponent. Area Size: 50×30 (adjust for the age and ability of the players)5v5 (+GK) The Practice How it Works The area is divided into two by a halfway line. The practice plays as a normal game with the two teams attempting to
Nottingham Forest settled into a 5-4-1 mid/low-block with the two attacking midfielders moving alongside the double pivot. Protecting central areas, limiting their access to key players (Isak/ Wirtz) and forcing Liverpool towards more vulnerable locations. Forest typically prioritised transitional moments with the intention of moving over Liverpool as they attempt to reorganise. This generally involved
Have you ever found yourself in the middle of a football debate, whether at the pub or at work on Monday morning, and feeling lost? Well, this is the article for you! Attempting to understand some of the greatest minds in football will always be challenging, but good news, we can make the process easier.
The coaching position is a vital asset in a coach’s armoury. The position from which we stand will have a huge impact on how we influence players during a session, as it affects our visibility, communication, and capacity to successfully engage with individuals. Understanding the importance of the coaching position begins to move a coach’s
The terms “on”, “around”, and “away” are used to describe three contact points a coach can use within a game or training session to provide support to a player, unit, or team. Coaching On This refers to the individual with the ball. Typically the first contact point within a training session, the coach must consider
