Defending in Soccer: The Comprehensive Guide

This book provides over 190 defending drills to help coaches incorporate tackling, defending roles, pressing, defending set-pieces, and many more topics into team training. It emphasizes that defending is more about mentality than tactics and that the next tactical revolution belongs to the defending side of the ball.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd

Football coaches at all levels believe that defending is more about mentality than tactics. They argue that defending topics do not need to be part of every training session. This book seeks to reestablish balance in tactical planning and training design by examining every aspect of individual and team defending. With over 190 defending drills, it makes it easy for coaches to incorporate tackling, defending roles, pressing, defending set-pieces, and many more topics into team training. This comprehensive guide is the ultimate resource for mastering defending in football.

The 1990 World Cup in Italy was infamous for generating the lowest-ever goals per game average. Since then, tactical thought has focused heavily on flexible attacking designed to break down and defeat defending in depth. This book argues that the next tactical revolution belongs to the defending side of the ball. It features complex, layered defending, blending postures and pressures designed to keep an attacking team off balance throughout the match.

Coaches can use this book to develop their players' defensive skills and strategies. The drills are designed to challenge players' decision-making, positioning, and communication skills. By incorporating these drills into their training sessions, coaches can help their players become more confident and effective defenders.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable resource for football coaches who want to improve their players' defending skills. With its comprehensive coverage of individual and team defending, it provides coaches with the tools they need to create effective training plans and develop their players into top-tier defenders. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced coach, this book is sure to help you take your defending game to the next level.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 153 x 230 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782552352