by Scott C | Aug 13, 2013 | Drills & Training, Game Time
Matt Smith of Epic Soccer Training breaks down what it takes to properly beat a defender. Matt knows his stuff. Get more Soccer Training Advice from...
by Scott C | Jun 22, 2012 | Coaching Corner, Drills & Training, Game Time
Get inside the tactical mind of Manuel Pellegrini, including his favorite formations and how he makes tactical coaching adjustments during the game. One of the most fascinating comments in this video is towards the end, where he makes the arguement that during the...
by Scott C | Mar 1, 2011 | Drills & Training, Game Time
As a student of the game, I like to take in all the information I can about my opponents, and warm ups present a great opportunity. In all likelihood, I can pick up a few different things about the other team I can hopefully take advantage of before the game is over....
by Scott C | Feb 1, 2011 | Drills & Training, Game Time
Ever notice that there are some players whose performance in practice is fantastic, but they are not contributors at game time? There are also players who do not seem motivated at practice, but are extremely effective during the game. Why is this? I think it has to do...
by Scott C | Nov 13, 2010 | Drills & Training, Game Time
The 4-4-2 is the most common formation in British soccer. So why is it so attractive here? Find out more in this article. If you ask an Englishman what formation the national team should play, he will always say 4-4-2. But why is that? What is so special about 4-4-2....
by Scott C | Nov 13, 2010 | Drills & Training, Game Time
Almost every team has a player or two that is below average, and finding a position for these players can be a real difficulty for the coach. Regardless, each player deserves quality-playing time but the problem is that weak players are often easily exploited and the...
