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| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Tactics Massimo Lucchesi, 2000-06 This book provides a comprehensive overview of the terms, principles & strategies of modern soccer & the roles of all players in both the defensive & offensive phases.In his discussion of offense, the author addresses the role of the player with the ball & his various options as well as the players without the ball & their necessary supporting movements. Defensively, the role of the player defending the man in possession is analyzed as well as the organization of the defenders not marking the ball. The concepts of depth, penetration & encompassing movements on offense & forcing, covering & marking on defense are explained & clearly diagrammed. This is a valuable coaching reference for both new & experienced coaches. : |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Strategies Robyn L. Jones, Tom Tranter, 1999 A collection defensive and offensive soccer strategies. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Strategies Robyn Jones, Tom Tranter, 2012-01-06 A collection defensive and offensive soccer strategies. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Defensive Soccer Tactics Jens Bangsbo, Birger Peitersen, 2002 Defensive Soccer Tactics explains how to develop a well-organised, impenetrable defence, from single-player marking techniques to whole-team systems and strategies. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Strategies: Defensive and Attacking Tactics Robyn Jones, Tom Tranter, Aimed primarily at intermediate and advanced coaches, this book examines the principle formations used in modern soccer and the need to fully understand them all if one is to adapt to game situations using counter-active tactics. The authors discuss such offensive topics as support, width, penetration, mobility and improvisation. Defensively, they provide insight into depth, delay, concentration, team balance, cover and restraint. Chapters include: Three Man Defense, Four Man Defense, One Forward System, Two Forward System, Three Forward System Well organized and clearly written, this is an outstanding coaching book. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Defensive Drills and Tactics Santiago Vazquez Folgueira, 2000-11 This excellent book is at once a defensive drill book & a detailed tactical discussion. Loaded with outstanding drills for both individual & group defense, the book provides countless ideas for practice sessions & game-like situations to prepare your defense to counter modern attacking schemes. The tactical side covers both man & zone philosophies & the advantages & disadvantages of specific systems. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching 3-5-2 Tactics - 125 Tactical Solutions & Practices Renato Montagnolo, 2020-02-07 This book is a comprehensive resource for coaching the 3-5-2 formation at all levels. The level of detail and tactical solutions included will help you emulate how top coaches, such as Antonio Conte (Inter) and Nuno Espírito Santo (Wolverhampton Wanderers), use the 3-5-2 to great success. This book goes into great detail to show the movement of all players within the 3-5-2 system of play in various tactical situations and against different formations, in the attacking and defensive phase. This will enable you to optimise your team's tactical awareness and performance. Tactical solutions are provided for all game situations, in relation to how to counteract the opponent's positioning, organisation and decision making. This book will teach you to coordinate and solve specific game situations in a flexible way with many different options and tactical solutions. As a coach, you can train these patterns of play repetitively, so that the players' reading of the game becomes automatic and the team is quickly able to recognise and find the best solutions to solve every conceivable tactical situation. This book includes: Tactical Strengths and Weaknesses of the 3-5-2 Formation 3-5-2 Tactics Against Different Formations (4-4-2, 4-2-3-1, 4-3-3, 4-3-1-2, 3-5-2 and 3-4-3) Overcoming the First Line of Pressing (Build-up Play from the Back) Moving the Ball in Between the Opposition's Midfield and Defensive Lines Playing in Behind the Opposition's Defensive Line Defensive Organisation and Pressing Organisation of the Defensive Line 41 Practices and Variations to Apply Tactical Solutions with the 3-5-2 Renato Montagnolo has a UEFA 'B' Coaching Licence and a Patentino Match Analyst Licence. He has been working as a First Team Assistant Manager and Match Analyst for the past few years in Serie C in Italy. With experience of writing books and articles, speaking and teaching, Renato is a respected football tactics expert. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching Soccer Tactics Phil Wymer, 2004 |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Speed Richard Bate, Ian Jeffreys, 2014-09-11 The world’s most popular sport is also one of the most demanding. Stronger, smarter, and more agile players have increased the intensity and tempo of the game. Success hinges on the ability to read, react, and execute. For individual players and teams alike, speed is a necessity. Soccer Speed is a groundbreaking work—more than a training guide, but an all-encompassing execution plan for success in today’s aggressive, attacking, and fast-paced game. Inside, you’ll learn how to develop these skills: - Quickness, agility, and balance for defending, attacking, reacting, and executing - Most effective techniques, such as heel passes and stride changes, to challenge opponents and keep them off balance - Soccer intelligence, or the ability to instantly recognize and exploit the opposition’s weakness - In-game decision making with and without the ball Every aspect of the game is covered, including step-by-step instruction and drills for developing technical and tactical speed in passing, receiving, dribbling, scoring, counterattacking, and defending. Soccer Speed is the one and only guide for outpacing, outsmarting, and outplaying the opposition. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Inverting The Pyramid Jonathan Wilson, 2013-11-05 “An outstanding work … the [soccer] book of the decade.” —Sunday Business Post Inverting the Pyramid is a pioneering soccer book that chronicles the evolution of soccer tactics and the lives of the itinerant coaching geniuses who have spread their distinctive styles across the globe. Through Jonathan Wilson's brilliant historical detective work we learn how the South Americans shrugged off the British colonial order to add their own finesse to the game; how the Europeans harnessed individual technique and built it into a team structure; how the game once featured five forwards up front, while now a lone striker is not uncommon. Inverting the Pyramid provides a definitive understanding of the tactical genius of modern-day Barcelona, for the first time showing how their style of play developed from Dutch “Total Football,” which itself was an evolution of the Scottish passing game invented by Queens Park in the 1870s and taken on by Tottenham Hotspur in the 1930s. Inverting the Pyramid has been called the “Big Daddy” (Zonal Marking) of soccer tactics books; it is essential for any coach, fan, player, or fantasy manager of the beautiful game |
| defensive soccer tactics: Create a World Class Soccer Defense Chest Dugger, 2019-10-13 Do you want to learn how to improving your defensive game? Or looking for ways to solidify your team's defense? This book is your answer. As was said by a great soccer manager, 'Offense wins games; defense wins titles'. This is the case with every level of the professional and amateur game in all countries across the globe. Although there is a correlation between scoring the most goals and winning leagues, it does not seem to be quite as strong as having a watertight defense. So, we might conclude that while scoring goals thrills the crowd and helps a team to win, to be a champion it is even more important that the defense is as strong as it can possibly be. We hope that we have made our case. Defense is key to a team's success. But there is another important reason for this coaching book on a team's defensive unit. We can coach attacking play; set moves, individual skills and so forth can all help a team to create and score chances. However, goals often result from a touch of magic. The thirty-yard screaming shot; the piece of dribbling brilliance, the through pass hit with precision and vision. These are hard attributes to train. Or they can result from an error by the opposition. A mishit clearance, a goal keeping mistake, a positional defect or communication lapse. Consistent training and coaching can make a bigger impact with defense than can be with offensive players. Movement that becomes second nature, knowledge, technique, experience and positional awareness - allied to teamwork and communication - these are the elements that come together to produce a defense hard to breach. They are all factors which the coach can improve with their team through drills, team and individual coaching. It is true, if not often said, that attackers thrill the crowd while defenders win matches, at whatever level we play the game, from professional to Under ten teams playing on a Sunday morning. And it is there, with the match winning defense, that a coach earns his salt. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Football Intelligence Israel Teoldo, José Guilherme, Júlio Garganta, 2021-12-30 Soccer is the biggest game in the world and has proved to be an unprecedented phenomenon of social impact, inhabiting a prominent place in the daily lives of millions of human beings, a game that has impact even in the most remote places. In an ever-changing world of soccer coaching and tactics, player intelligence has become increasingly important, providing the essential ability to act effectively in a given moment. Therefore, in recent years, the tactical component has been increasingly valued and diffused. Around the world, this dimension of sport performance is being studied and applied by many professionals in the field, from the youth academies all the way through to the professional level. This book is designed to help those who devote much of their time to improving the quality of the game, by coaching and training highly informed, creative and intelligent players. These coaches devote their time and energy to improve players’ and teams’ performances. In turn, match analysts, physiotherapists, psychologists, clinicians and the sport science team dedicate themselves to optimize resources that help boost the performance levels of the players, the coaches and the team. Football Intelligence: Training and Tactics for Soccer Success presents procedures and ideas that, besides assisting in the task of evaluating the tactical performance of soccer players and teams, also allows improving their expression throughout the learning and training phase. This book will be key reading for football coaches and players alike, as well as students and practitioners of sport psychology and performance analysis. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Alessandro Zauli, 2002 A comprehensive look at modern zone formations through the eyes of the author and ten high level professional Italian coaches. Arrigo Sacchi (Milan, Italian National Team), Marcello Lippi (Napoli, Inter, Juventus), Walter Novellino (Venezia, Napoli, Piacenza), Carlo Ancelotti (Parma, Juventus) and Renzo Ulivieri (Parma) are among the impressive list of contributors to this valuable coaching reference. Formations covered: 4:4:2 3:4:2:1 4:3:3 3:4:1:2 4:3:1:2 3:3:4 4:2:3:1 3:4:3 |
| defensive soccer tactics: The Complete Guide to Coaching Soccer Systems and Tactics Jacob Daniel, 2004-03 This truly complete tactical coaching manual covers the Principles of Attack and Defense, Team Shape, Man-to-Man and Zonal Marking, Formations, Positions and Roles, Coaching Methods, Patterns of Play, Possession, Substitutions and more. Well written and full of clear and precise diagrams, this book is perfect for coaches at any level. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Fc Barcelona - a Tactical Analysis Terzis Athanasios, 2012-02 FC Barcelona: A Tactical Analysis - Defending A Team from Another Planet! A Tactical Blue-Print of Pep Guardiola's Barcelona Team This book is an exclusive and groundbreaking study of Pep Guardiola's Barcelona team. This information and analysis of one of the most successful club sides in history has been in high demand and it is finally here! The defensive part of Barcelona's game does not get enough attention, but is integral to their philosophy and all their superior style of play. The main elements of their tactics include pressure high up the pitch, winning the ball back quickly, maintaining a numerical advantage around the ball zone and pushing their opponents wide to limit their space. We can now see a full analysis of Barcelona's defensive tactics which have been so important to their success. The book shows Barca's 4-3-3 system of play, each player's responsibilities, positioning and movement within every possible phase of play. Terzis Athanasios is a Tactical Professor of Football and has compiled an extensive assessment of Barcelona's attacking play after over 1000 hours of studying all the games from the 2010-11 season. Guardiola's team has won 3 La Liga championships, 2 UEFA Champions Leagues, 4 Spanish Cups, 2 Super Cups, and 2 FIFA World Club World Cups. The book starts with the characteristics of the players and the philosophy of Barcelona and builds into a comprehensive overview of the defensive tactics employed with clear diagrams and detailed descriptions. Included: - Strategies used to counter specific formations (the 4-4-2, 4-2-3-1, 4-3-2-1, 5-3-2 and the 4-3-2-1). - Assessments of specific phases of play (central zone, near the side-lines and set plays). - Pressure, cover and support from front, middle and defensive zones - Preventing and limiting opposition space - Defending from set-pieces - Plus a lot more - SEE FULL BOOK CONTENTS BELOW This gives football coaches an unbelievable chance to learn how Barcelona play and adapt their tactics to combat any team they play. Their defensive work is so important to their success and allows them to be such a strong attacking force. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Skills & Strategies for Coaching Soccer Alan Hargreaves, 2009-09-28 The key to successful coaching is preparing your players to make intelligent decisions on the field. For years, the best-selling Skills & Strategies for Coaching Soccer has helped coaches of every level do just that. Now, soccer’s premier coaching resource has been updated and expanded to provide you with more insights into developing individual talent, team tactics, and winning play. Skills & Strategies for Coaching Soccer provides you with over 125 drills for teaching skills and techniques. You’ll also learn how to develop these skills in realistic game situations with beginning, intermediate, advanced, and all-star players. Essential skills are presented, including collecting and controlling, passing, dribbling, kicking, heading, and goalkeeping. You’ll then apply those individual skills with attacking and defensive tactics, team formations, and set pieces. With Skills & Strategies for Coaching Soccer, you’ll learn the what, how, and why of soccer through these essentials: Over 125 drills for beginning, intermediate, advanced, and all-star players Progressing basic drills into realistic, competitive situations Tactics in attack and defense Tactics in set plays Team management Mental and physical preparation for games Handling problem players and parents Fitness and conditioning Preparing and developing coaching sessions Establishing a coaching philosophy Skills & Strategies for Coaching Soccer is an invaluable guide for coaching any team in any setting. The best team doesn’t always win—but it usually does. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Create a World Class Soccer Defense Chest Dugger, 2019-10-15 Do you want to learn how to improving your defensive game? Or looking for ways to solidify your team's defense? This book is your answer. As was said by a great soccer manager, 'Offense wins games; defense wins titles'. This is the case with every level of the professional and amateur game in all countries across the globe. Although there is a correlation between scoring the most goals and winning leagues, it does not seem to be quite as strong as having a watertight defense. So, we might conclude that while scoring goals thrills the crowd and helps a team to win, to be a champion it is even more important that the defense is as strong as it can possibly be. We hope that we have made our case. Defense is key to a team's success. But there is another important reason for this coaching book on a team's defensive unit. We can coach attacking play; set moves, individual skills and so forth can all help a team to create and score chances. However, goals often result from a touch of magic. The thirty-yard screaming shot; the piece of dribbling brilliance, the through pass hit with precision and vision. These are hard attributes to train. Or they can result from an error by the opposition. A mishit clearance, a goal keeping mistake, a positional defect or communication lapse. Consistent training and coaching can make a bigger impact with defense than can be with offensive players. Movement that becomes second nature, knowledge, technique, experience and positional awareness - allied to teamwork and communication - these are the elements that come together to produce a defense hard to breach. They are all factors which the coach can improve with their team through drills, team and individual coaching. It is true, if not often said, that attackers thrill the crowd while defenders win matches, at whatever level we play the game, from professional to Under ten teams playing on a Sunday morning. And it is there, with the match winning defense, that a coach earns his salt. |
| defensive soccer tactics: René Meulensteen & Man Utd Methods of Success (2007-2013) - René's Coaching Philosophy and Training Sessions (94 Practices), Sir Alex Ferguson's Management, Culture, Principles and Tactics René Meulensteen, 2020-12 René Meulensteen (UEFA Pro Licence) spent 12 years at Manchester United and was Sir Alex Ferguson's First Team Coach during the most successful years in the club's history (2007- 2013). René's expertise provides coaches of all levels a great insight into the key aspects and methods behind Manchester United's success when they won 1 x UEFA Champions League (+2 Runner-up), 4 x Premier Leagues and 1 x League Cup all within 6 seasons. During this period, René was responsible for creating and coaching all of the first team training sessions. He kept a record of every single training session in organised folders, and these Technical and Tactical Practices and Sessions form the basis of this book (94 Practices included). This book provides a detailed blueprint of the successful structure and organisation of Manchester United, as well as the Management, Leadership, Principles, Tactics and Philosophy of Play of the greatest British manager in history, Sir Alex Ferguson. Find out how Manchester United produced such a High Speed of Play, created Waves of Attacks, and how they scored so many late goals using Scenario Training (Fergie Time). All of this content will provide you with a great understanding of the methods behind Manchester United's success, from the training pitch to match days. This is your chance to practice and apply René's exact Manchester United training sessions, enabling your team to reproduce Alex Ferguson's team's fantastic attacking style. MANCHESTER UNITED PRACTICE / SESSION TOPIC EXAMPLES: Build-up Play Switching Play Forward Passes and Runs to Break the Lines Attacking Overloads Crosses and Box Runs Attacking Combination Play Dominating 1v1 Situations and Finishing Defensive Shape, Pressing and Recovery Transition from Defence to Attack (Counter Attacks) Fergie Time Scenario Training As well as the first team training sessions, this book also shows you René's Development Model, Coaching Philosophy, and the importance of Specific Technical Training (1v1s and Finishing). During his time at Manchester United, René was attributed to improving the individual technique and performances of Cristiano Ronaldo, Ryan Giggs, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Robin van Persie, Nani, and many others. The practices he used for individual or small group training are included in this book. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Tactics Training Claude Doucet, 2005-04 This book explores the various tactical situations that arise throughout the match. At the beginning of each chapter, the general principles that a player is required to know for every situation are presented and are clearly and simply explained. In the second -- mainly practical -- section, these different themes are applied to the field with a number of exercises and match related forms that stimulate the learning process. Practical tools for coaches at the junior high through high school levels. |
| defensive soccer tactics: The Arco Book of Soccer Techniques and Tactics Richard Widdows, 1983 Demonstrates the techniques of goal-keeping, ball control, passing, shooting, and heading, and shows examples of actual offensive and defensive strategies. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching 4-3-3 Tactics - 154 Tactical Solutions and Practices Massimo Lucchesi, 2019-01-18 This book is a comprehensive resource for coaching the 4-3-3 formation at all levels. The level of detail will help you emulate how top coaches, such as Pep Guardiola, Maurizio Sarri and Jürgen Klopp use the 4-3-3 to great success. It will enable you to see all the solutions, in order to optimise your team's tactical awareness and performance. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer's 4-4-2 System Massimo Lucchesi, Marco Ceccomori, Mauro Viviani, Andrea Riva, Luca Prestigiacomo, 2004-03-01 This collaborative project, led by top Italian soccer coaching tactician and writer Massimo Lucchesi, offers a complete and insightful analysis of the world's most popular playing system. Every aspect of the 4-4-2 is covered, including the characteristics of the players, defensive tactics, attacking schemes, training exercises and adjustments to counter the opponent's system. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Successful German Soccer Tactics Timo Jankowski, 2015-03-15 In order to achieve the result you’re aiming for, you have to have a plan. In soccer, you need a match plan. Some of the most successful soccer coaches devise match plans for every one of their team’s matches. A match plan describes a strategy that is used to be ideally prepared for the next match and be able to react to shifts in tactics or to particular match situations. This book aims to provide every soccer aficionado with a practical insight into the topics of match ideas, tactics, match systems and match plans using easy-to-understand language. On that basis, the author identifies advantages and disadvantages of various formations utilized by top teams and then uses match plans to analyze how those formations can be defeated in play. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching Girls' Soccer Successfully Debra LaPrath, 2008-10-09 Build a winning girls' soccer program, on the field and off. In Coaching Girls' Soccer Successfully, one of the nation's top high school coaches, Debra LaPrath, shares her expertise on all aspects of coaching. From establishing a coaching philosophy to making decisions during a game, this is the approach that has made her program a perennial powerhouse. Coaching Girls' Soccer Successfully covers every aspect of the coach's role: -Developing and perfecting skills -Evaluating players and defining their roles -Organizing productive practices -Scouting and preparing for games -Adding variety to training -Developing leadership qualities -Motivating the team -Communicating on and off the field Featuring seasonal training plans, drills for developing fundamental to advanced skills, and advice for handling off-the-field challenges, Coaching Girls' Soccer Successfully is the most comprehensive resource available for novice and experienced coaches alike. |
| defensive soccer tactics: The Art of Soccer Tactics Pasquale De Marco, 2025-04-05 **The Art of Soccer Tactics** is the ultimate guide to understanding and implementing the tactical side of the beautiful game. Written by two experienced coaches, this book provides a comprehensive overview of everything from the basics of the four primary systems of play to the latest innovations in attacking and defensive styles. Whether you are a coach, a player, or simply a fan of the beautiful game, this book will give you a deeper understanding of the tactical side of soccer. You will learn how to read the game, identify your opponents' weaknesses, and develop a game plan that will give your team the best chance of success. **The Art of Soccer Tactics** covers a wide range of topics, including: * The four primary systems of play: 4-3-3, 4-4-2, 3-5-2, and 3-4-3 * Different attacking and defensive styles, including possession-based play, counterattacking, and direct play * The international styles of play, from the tiki-taka of Spain to the counterattacking prowess of Germany * The importance of set pieces, transitions, and match analysis * How to develop your own tactical innovations With its clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and insightful analysis, **The Art of Soccer Tactics** is the perfect resource for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of the tactical side of the game. Whether you are a coach looking to develop a winning game plan, a player looking to improve your decision-making on the pitch, or a fan who wants to enjoy the game on a deeper level, this book is for you. **The Art of Soccer Tactics** is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the beautiful game at its highest level. With its expert insights and practical advice, this book will help you to see the game in a whole new way. If you like this book, write a review! |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Tactics, 1, Design of basic concepts Tetsuya T. Yamamoto, The main purpose of this book is to discuss design of basic concepts of soccer tactics. These basic concepts refer to actions that can be selected on the field. My motivation for this writing is to understand theories of soccer tactics. This book is NOT for skill improvements. This book is for USA and Canada Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Purpose of this book 1.2 The value of the football tactics Chapter 2 Elements of soccer 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Basic elements of soccer 2.3 Effects of the elements on the play Chapter 3 Tactical actions 3.1 Three regions on the field 3.2 The long counter tactic 3.3 At midfield 3.4 The offside rule and tactics in front of the goal Chapter 4 Design of basic concepts 4.1 Purposes of the soccer tactics 4.2 Basic concepts of soccer tactics 4.3 Collisions of tactics 4.4 Design of the basic concepts of soccer tactics 4.5 Tactics and formations |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching Transition Play - Full Sessions from the Tactics of Simeone, Guardiola, Klopp, Mourinho & Ranieri Michail Tsokaktsidis, 2017-02-10 This book provides analysis of Simeone, Guardiola, Klopp, Mourinho and Ranieri's tactics. Michail Tsokaktsidis is a UEFA 'A' licence coach and has used this analysis to produce 23 full sessions (98 practices) including transition games, game situations and small sided games. |
| defensive soccer tactics: 64 Small Sided Soccer Games Michael Beale, 2008-01-23 |
| defensive soccer tactics: Coaching the Modern 4-2-3-1 Soccer Formation Marcus DiBernardo, 2014-04-26 The 4-2-3-1 is a system that Arsenal, Real Madrid, Everton, Bayern Munich and many more professional teams use. The formation can be employed in many different ways depending on the personnel available. It can be used to play a conservative, defensively sound counter-attacking game or opened up for an ultra-offensive approach. The interchanging of positions, room for tactical adjustments, defensive soundness, room for creativity and overall fluidity of the system is what makes the 4-2-3-1 effective. This book will take you through the fundamental roles and responsibilities of each player within the system. It also provides multiple training exercises, explains and demonstrates individual and team movement patterns, covers the strategy of team defending and team attacking in the 4-2-3-1 and a number of ways to modify the system. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Defensive Soccer Systems: Master the Art of Defense Pasquale De Marco, 2025-04-05 In the fast-paced world of soccer, defense is just as crucial as offense. A solid defense can win games even when the attack is struggling, while a weak defense can squander even the most potent attack. This comprehensive guide to defensive soccer tactics is the ultimate resource for coaches, players, and fans who want to master the art of defense. Written by an experienced coach with years of experience at the highest levels of the game, this book covers everything from the basics of individual defending to the complex strategies of team defense. With clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and insightful analysis, this book will help you understand and improve your defensive skills. You will learn about: * The different types of defensive systems and how to choose the right one for your team * The principles of individual defending, such as positioning, tackling, and communication * The tactics of team defense, such as man-marking, zonal marking, and pressing * How to defend against different types of attacks, such as counterattacks, set pieces, and long balls * How to develop a winning defensive mindset Whether you are a coach looking to build a strong defensive foundation for your team, a player looking to improve your defensive skills, or a fan who wants to understand the tactical nuances of the game, this book is for you. With its in-depth analysis and practical advice, this book will help you take your defensive game to the next level. If you like this book, write a review! |
| defensive soccer tactics: The Ultimate Book of Soccer Set Pieces Tony Englund, 2022-01-01 The World Cup 2018 saw a record 66 goals scored from set-piece situations (42% of the 155 total goals scored), a remarkable and emphatic statement regarding the influence of set-pieces on the modern game. Yet very little, if any, attention is paid to the influence of set-pieces in coaching literature, coaching courses, or symposiums. The Ultimate Book of Soccer Set-Pieces is the most comprehensive examination of set-piece planning on both the attacking and defending sides of the ball. It carefully and thoroughly examines the potential of all manner of restarts in soccer, from throw-ins to corner kicks and free kicks. Different activities with accompanying diagrams are provided for each set-piece, so players have the opportunity to practice both attacking and defending restarts. From simple organizational considerations to complex plays featuring many variations, this book is the tool coaches at every level need to prepare their teams to win the set-piece battle. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Pressing Massimo Lucchesi, 2004-03 Massimo Lucchesi has compiled a comprehensive overview of one of the most widely used collective defensive tactics in modern soccer: PRESSING. Minimising the space and time available to an opponent in possession is the goal of the pressing game and if successful will undoubtedly lead to counterattack opportunities and more goals! This book will explain the tactical concepts of pressing and offer a number of exercises to work on the pressing game in both the attacking and defensive zones. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Tactics 2014: What the World Cup Taught Us Ray Power, 2014-09-22 World Cups throw up unique tactical variations. Countries and football cultures from around the globe converge, in one place, to battle it out for world soccer supremacy. The 2014 World Cup in Brazil was no different, arguably throwing up tactical differences like never seen at a competition in modern times. Contests are not just won by strong work ethics and technical brilliance, but by tactical discipline, fluidity, effective strategies, and (even) unique national traits. Soccer Tactics 2014 analyses the intricacies of modern international systems, through the lens of matches in Brazil. Covering formations, game plans, key playing positions, and individuals who bring football tactics to life - the book offers analysis and insights for soccer coaches, football players, and fans the world over. Whether it is Tiki-Taka, counter-attacking, or David defending heroically to defeat Goliath - this book sheds light on where football tactics currently stand... and where they are going. This colour title includes analysis of group matches, the knock out stages, and the final. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Tactics, 2, A construction procedure of the soccer tactics Tetsuya T. Yamamoto, The purpose of this writing is to suggest a construction procedure of the soccer tactics. In `Soccer Tactics, 1, Design of basic concepts', the author discussed basic concepts of soccer tactics and classified tactical actions. In this writing, for further discussions of the soccer tactics, discussed is a construction procedure of the soccer tactics. NOT in USA and Canada, please read `Football Tactics, 2, A construction procedure of the football tactics' |
| defensive soccer tactics: Pep Guardiola Attacking Tactics - Tactical Analysis and Sessions from Manchester City's 4-3-3 Athanasios Terzis, 2019-05-20 This book provides a tactical analysis of Pep Guardiola's 4-3-3 Attacking Tactics (56 Tactical Situations) which has been used to produce 12 Full Training Sessions (70 Practices and Variations). You can use these ready-made sessions to practice Pep Guardiola's attacking tactics and implement them into your training sessions. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Soccer Skills and Drills James W. Lennox, 2006 Dribbling -- Receiving -- Passing -- Shooting -- Heading -- Tackling -- Goalkeeping -- Applying techniques tactically -- Developing positional tactics -- Coaching techniques and tactics. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Girls Who Kick: Empowering Stories and Tactics for Aspiring Female Soccer Players Haley Hayes, 2025-04-23 Discover the power of resilience, determination, and passion through the inspiring stories of female soccer players who have shattered barriers and redefined the game. This book captures the essence of what it means to be a girl who kicks, showcasing the incredible journeys of athletes who have turned their dreams into reality. These narratives are not just about sports; they're about breaking stereotypes, overcoming obstacles, and creating a legacy of strength and perseverance. Through personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, readers are invited to witness the transformation of ordinary girls into extraordinary champions. This book is packed with valuable content that will inspire and empower aspiring female soccer players. Each chapter delves into the lives of these remarkable athletes, revealing their challenges, triumphs, and the strategies they employed to excel in their sport. Readers will find practical advice on training, mental toughness, and leadership, as well as motivational stories that highlight the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and self-belief. Whether you're a beginner looking for guidance or an experienced player seeking new insights, this book offers something for everyone. Why is this book a must-read? It goes beyond the typical sports narrative to provide a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed as a female athlete in a male-dominated field. The stories shared here are authentic and relatable, offering a glimpse into the real-life experiences of women who have made significant contributions to the world of soccer. The book also addresses the unique challenges faced by female players and provides strategies for overcoming them, making it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to make their mark in soccer or any other field. This book is perfect for young girls and women who love soccer and are looking for role models and inspiration. It's also a great read for coaches, parents, and educators who want to support and encourage female athletes. The stories and lessons within these pages are designed to resonate with anyone who has ever faced adversity and needs a reminder of the power of determination and hard work. Whether you're dreaming of playing professionally or simply want to improve your game, this book will provide the motivation and practical advice you need. In conclusion, Girls Who Kick is more than just a collection of stories; it's a powerful testament to the strength and potential of female athletes. It celebrates the spirit of perseverance and offers practical insights that can help readers achieve their goals both on and off the field. This book is a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration, reminding us all that with dedication and heart, anything is possible. |
| defensive soccer tactics: She Scores: Inspirational Stories and Winning Strategies from Soccer's Legendary Women Jorge Mayer, She Scores: Inspirational Stories and Winning Strategies from Soccer's Legendary Women In the world of sports, few arenas have seen as much transformation and triumph as women's soccer. This book chronicles the incredible journeys of some of the most legendary women in soccer, capturing their struggles, victories, and the unyielding spirit that propelled them to greatness. These are not just stories of athletic prowess; they are tales of resilience, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. From the early pioneers who dared to dream beyond societal expectations to the modern-day icons who continue to shatter records, each chapter delves into the life and career of a remarkable athlete. Readers will discover the unique challenges faced by women in the sport, from battling discrimination and underfunding to balancing personal and professional responsibilities. Through these narratives, the book highlights the evolution of women's soccer, showcasing how far the sport has come and the potential it holds for the future. The heart of this book lies in its exploration of the problems these athletes encountered and the innovative solutions they devised. |
| defensive soccer tactics: Playing the Modern 3-5-2 Soccer Formation Marcus Dibernardo, 2016-10-08 The 3-5-2 is a very dynamic and flexible system; it can be an ultra-attacking formation or solid defensive formation depending on how it is deployed. In attack the 3-5-2 is numerically strong in the midfield and comes with the benefit of two strikers. Creating width in the attack is never a problem with two wingers and strikers that could also run the channels. The formation is naturally set-up to encourage movement off the ball with the interchanging of positions when in possession; the interchanging of positions and movement off the ball allows different players the opportunity to fill different spaces, making the 3-5-2 more dynamic and difficult for the opponent to predict and deal with. In the modern game I personally find many advantages to playing the 3-5-2 formation, due to its fluid attacking potential and less focus on keeping numbers back. The defensive side of the 3-5-2 presents the formations biggest challenges, yet it can also be seen as a strength if the players understand how to form a back four or five in the correct situations. With only three defenders in the back, covering space in deep wide areas must be addressed and dealt with effectively. In order to offset the possible defensive weakness that come with three players not being able to cover the entire width of the field, the coach must choose player personnel and more importantly the formations tactics wisely. In this book I will cover multiple ways the 3-5-2 can be played to maximize its strengths, while turning the formations possible negatives into positives. When breaking down and analyzing any formation, it is important to note that the difference between formations is about 10 yards in player positioning. You can make an argument that most formations are similar and difficult to identify once the game has started. The transition from defending to attacking and attacking to defending creates totally new shapes from the original formation. The game of soccer is a free-flowing game but inside that flow there must be a structure which drives individual and team decisions. The coach is the one who will lay out the important tactical guidelines for the execution of the formation, so it is important to note that the same formation can be carried out in many different ways, depending on the coach. Tactics that will influence the way the formation played include things like setting a line of restraint, establishing a line of confrontation, identifying pressing zones, outlining counter-attacking areas, realizing when to press or drop-off, addressing the overall style of soccer to be played, player personnel, work load, location of the game, weather conditions, field conditions and much more. All these factors will directly influence the way a formation is played. |
DEFENSIVE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of DEFENSIVE is serving to defend or protect. How to use defensive in a sentence.
DEFENSIVE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
DEFENSIVE definition: 1. used to protect someone or something against attack: 2. too quick to protect yourself from…. Learn more.
DEFENSIVE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
You use defensive to describe things that are intended to protect someone or something. The Government hastily organized defensive measures against the raids. The union leaders were …
Defensive - definition of defensive by The Free Dictionary
1. serving or done for the purpose of resisting attack. 2. of or pertaining to defense. 3. sensitive to the threat of criticism or injury to one's ego. n. 4. a position or attitude of defense: on the …
Defensive Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary
DEFENSIVE meaning: 1 : defending or protecting someone or something from attack helping to keep a person or thing safe; 2 : behaving in a way that shows that you feel people are …
Defencive vs Defensive – Which is Correct? - Two Minute English
Mar 3, 2025 · The correct spelling is defensive. The other variant, “defencive,” is incorrect and not recognized in English dictionaries. “Defensive” is used to describe something that serves to …
What does Defensive mean? - Definitions.net
Defensive refers to any action, behavior, state, strategy, or mechanism intended to protect or prevent harm, injury, or attack. It typically involves measures or tactics used to guard against …
Defensive Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary
Intended or appropriate for defending; protective. Intended to withstand or deter aggression or attack. A defensive weapons system; defensive behavior. Of or relating to the effort to prevent …
Defensive - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com
When a person is acting defensive, they're trying to protect or justify themselves. People who are insecure or guilty tend to act defensive. Also, defensive players in football try to prevent the …
“Defence” vs. “Defense”—Which Should You Use? | Grammarly
Jul 1, 2023 · “Defence” and “defense” are two ways to spell the same word and both are correct, but there are still some rules about when and where to use which.
DEFENSIVE Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of DEFENSIVE is serving to defend or protect. How to use defensive in a sentence.
DEFENSIVE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
DEFENSIVE definition: 1. used to protect someone or something against attack: 2. too quick to protect yourself from…. Learn more.
DEFENSIVE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
You use defensive to describe things that are intended to protect someone or something. The Government hastily organized defensive measures against the raids. The union leaders were …
Defensive - definition of defensive by The Free Dictionary
1. serving or done for the purpose of resisting attack. 2. of or pertaining to defense. 3. sensitive to the threat of criticism or injury to one's ego. n. 4. a position or attitude of defense: on the …
Defensive Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary
DEFENSIVE meaning: 1 : defending or protecting someone or something from attack helping to keep a person or thing safe; 2 : behaving in a way that shows that you feel people are …
Defencive vs Defensive – Which is Correct? - Two Minute English
Mar 3, 2025 · The correct spelling is defensive. The other variant, “defencive,” is incorrect and not recognized in English dictionaries. “Defensive” is used to describe something that serves to …
What does Defensive mean? - Definitions.net
Defensive refers to any action, behavior, state, strategy, or mechanism intended to protect or prevent harm, injury, or attack. It typically involves measures or tactics used to guard against …
Defensive Definition & Meaning - YourDictionary
Intended or appropriate for defending; protective. Intended to withstand or deter aggression or attack. A defensive weapons system; defensive behavior. Of or relating to the effort to prevent …
Defensive - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com
When a person is acting defensive, they're trying to protect or justify themselves. People who are insecure or guilty tend to act defensive. Also, defensive players in football try to prevent the …
“Defence” vs. “Defense”—Which Should You Use? | Grammarly
Jul 1, 2023 · “Defence” and “defense” are two ways to spell the same word and both are correct, but there are still some rules about when and where to use which.
