A fun session from the Barcelona training ground
This session is influenced heavily by techniques seen on the Barcelona training ground, a place where teamwork, communication and ball control provide the natural order. It’s a fun game that gets...
View ArticleMidfield magic – play like Frank Lampard
By David Clarke Combining pace and aggression going forward with the wherewithal to track back, this is a move inspired by one of the best in the game, Chelsea ‘s Frank Lampard. For over 10 years, the...
View ArticleA game of passing under pressure
By David Clarke You can tell when players are under pressure – their first touch begins to go astray. It’s a tell-tale sign and one of the most costly mistakes that can be made in the game. For that...
View ArticleGhost attackers can be the real deal
Young players often stand and wait for the ball to be passed to them, then wonder why they are either second to it or have nowhere to go once they have it. I like to get my attackers moving around and...
View ArticleSimple skittles – but very match relevant
How often do you watch your striker reach great attacking positions only to then delay his shot, offering enough time for defenders to get back and put in a tackle? It’s a frustrating part of the game...
View ArticleSimple crossbar heading challenge… remove the fear factor
One of the things I always like to do when my team is having a game day training session is our own version of the crossbar challenge. It is set up using the penalty area of whichever size pitch you...
View ArticleGet your players to shoot
How often do you watch your striker reach great attacking positions only to then delay his shot, offering enough time for defenders to get back and put in a tackle? It’s a frustrating part of the game...
View ArticleCreate goals from midfield session
If you want your players to create goalscoring chances, try this exciting and fast-moving game and you’ll soon see the benefits. WHY USE IT This is a session aimed at getting players to create and...
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