Elite Soccer

Shot blocking

Brian McDermott — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session puts the defenders under high-intensity pressure. It works to get players reacting to game-like situations in the box such as shot blocking.

We use this session as over 90% of goals are scored within the box.

Crossing and finishing

David Kemp — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session looks at the basic mechanics of passing, crossing and finishing, but adds the intricacies of pressing as well.

Attacking a back three

Alex Neil — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

In today’s game, more and more teams are finding themselves lining up against challenging opponents who are playing with a 3-4-3 formation, or at least playing with a back three.

Regaining possession to attack wide

Alex Neil — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session is about applying immediate pressure to the opposition when they have the ball - to win the ball back as quickly as possible and then punish them on the counter-attack, notably down the flanks.

Playing out of defence

Chris Coleman — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session looks at the specifics of playing out of defence and how, when done properly, it can act as the best launch-pad for attacks a team could wish for.

Movement without the ball

David Pleat — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session looks at how players can make unselfish runs without the ball. This serves two purposes – it creates space for a team mate on the ball, and allows other players to use the space vacated.

Technical passing and finishing

Bobby Davison — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:23 +0000

This session is about technical match related passing and finishing, looking at the roles of different players, and how a variety of passes can create very different methods of approaching goal, whilst always retaining poise and purpose.

Whole team attacking

Alex McLeish — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:58:22 +0000

I use this session to get my players working as a unit and using the whole team to develop an attack. The session utilises all attacking options like full backs, wingers and midfield runs.

Player motivation

Dan Abrahams — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:57:55 +0000

Sport psychologist Dan Abrahams examines the different reasons that motivate players to compete

The journey to management

Casey Stoney — Wed, 24 May 2023 09:57:55 +0000

Casey Stoney talks about her transition from captain of the England team to manager of Manchester United Women in the WSL…

The distinction between learning and performing is challenging but it’s important for coaches to grasp the difference.