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Episode 16 – Using Video Analysis for Coaches
In episode 16 of Up, Back, Through, Eddy and David discuss implementation of video analysis both for individual players, coaches and for...
Oct 17, 20211 min read


Tactical Theory – three ways to attack wide areas
The football tactics pendulum has definitely swung towards a focus on dominating central areas as more and more teams look to use as many...
Sep 7, 20216 min read


Tactical Theory: Rest-Defence and Counter-Marking
Rest-defence. You’ve probably heard the term before, possibly in connection to why Pep Guardiola uses inverted full-backs or why so many...
Jun 24, 20216 min read


Tactical Theory: A Tale of Two Tens
What do Manchester City, Chelsea, Roma, Red Bull Salzburg, Lazio and the New York Red Bulls have in common? The answer may seem puzzling...
May 22, 20218 min read


Improving finishing ability: A context based session
In the latest podcast episode, Eddy and I discussed ways in which coaches can go about improving their players’ finishing abilities. In...
Apr 16, 20214 min read


A Look at Possible Build-up Mechanisms in a 4-1-2-1-2
We’ve done a lot of tactical content here through the years, from investigating Paulo Sousa’s innovative Fiorentina tactics to Thomas...
Nov 10, 20207 min read


The importance of recognizing strengths in players when coaching youth
How often do you hear commentators and experts on television remark things like “yeah he’s skilful and creative but not quick enough”,...
Aug 20, 20174 min read


Football fitness – how to work our players
Pre-season. The word alone sends shivers down a footballer’s spine as he/she knows that when this period starts, it’s often the most...
Jan 1, 20174 min read
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