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Challenging players of differing abilities

Jake John explains how you can utilise ’attribution theory’ in your coaching.

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The best Christmas gifts for young soccer players

From boots to balls and kits to experiences, we’ve rounded up seven brilliant things to buy the young footballer in your life this Christ...

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8 Christmas twists to your practices

Looking to incorporate the Christmas spirit into your coaching? Here are some ways to make sessions more festive and fun

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Supporting players through Christmas

Whether it’s managing their excitement or understanding their anxiety, Steph Fairbairn provides tips for helping youngsters navigate the ...

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Christmas colours

In this festive practice, players get lots of touches and work on dribbling into space.

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Christmas shapes

Here, players develop an awareness of where their team-mates are and have some fun too.

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Christmas characters

Players select a festive-themed name and then battle for the ball during 1v1s, 2v2s or 3v3s in this exciting game.

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How to use the STEP principle to adapt your sessions

If a session isn’t working, there are plenty of parameters you can alter to create new challenges for the players – just remember: space, ...

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How to use games and matches in training

A quick guide to small-sided games and group practices - including benefits, limitations and how to get the most out of them.

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A soccer coach's guide to interventions

John Allpress, formerly of Tottenham Hotspur and the Football Association, takes a deep dive into the delicate art of stepping in during ...

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Practice 1: Winning the ball

Three-part session to master the ‘four S’s’ of defending – sprint, slow down, side-on, steal.

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Practice 2: Winning the ball

Three-part session to master the ‘four S’s’ of defending – sprint, slow down, side-on, steal.

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Practice 3: Winning the ball

Three-part session to master the ‘four S’s’ of defending – sprint, slow down, side-on, steal.

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Reflect on your year of coaching

As the year draws to a close, take stock of the progress you’ve made as a coach.

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Tricolour

Score points by using combination passes, encouraging communication and movement.

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Should you ever join in with training?

Always remember you are there as an observer, not a player. Here’s why...

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Active cool down

Get players back to their baseline state, post-session.

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A changing picture

Players have to adapt to different situations in-game. This quick-paced activity will give them options to consider.

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Small-sided game: Freedom of the press

This session promotes proactive closing down to win possession. Use this session as a standalone activity, or combine it with two ...

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Understanding pressing

Knowing when and how to close down opponents is vital to winning the ball back. Here’s a quick intro to what pressing is and why it matters

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Practice 1: Freedom of the press

Don’t wait for an error: this three-part session promotes proactive closing down to win back possession of the ball.

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5-a-side formation: 2-2

Why choose this 5v5 formation? Review the pros and cons, in-possession and out-of-possession principles, and each position

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Practice 2: Freedom of the press

Don’t wait for an error - this three-part session promotes proactive closing down of the ball to win back possession

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