Soccer Coach Weekly Issue 78

The role of the defensive midfielder - known by various different names, including anchor man - may not be a glamorous one.

However, it is increasingly crucial in the modern game - not just to disrupt the opposition's passing carousel, but also to be the platform from which attacks can be built.

In this week's issue, we provide an insight into the role and the legends of the game who have made it their own, from Clodoaldo at the 1970 World Cup to his compatriot (and our cover star) Casemiro, who has made a big impact since joining Manchester United in August.

We also provide two practices to help your midfielders break up the opposition's attacking rhythm.

Our other feature in this issue details six steps to correcting technical errors in a positive way, which will engage - and not alienate - your players.

Connor McGinn has written this week's Coach's Column, about the importance of language in youth coaching.

Our interview is with Rob Breton, head coach at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, who tells Steph Fairbairn about the lessons of a tough first year as a head coach and how his team can use them going forward.

To hear the full interview, click the link at the bottom of page 10, or subscribe via your podcast app.