Continuous 1v1 Battles

Posted on May 13, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This week we have a very high tempo, quick-fire 1v1 exercise that is worked in groups of three. It is always good to practice 1v1s they happen all over the field in every single game. 1v1s also … Continue reading →

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Racing to Finish the Cross

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This week we focus on speed and agility combined with crossing and finishing under pressure. The exercise works best when run as a competition as this adds extra motivation for the players. Speed and Agility are obvious … Continue reading →

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Dribbling with Quick Changes of Direction

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This week we will focus on quick changes of direction within a fast paced, competitive exercise. I will use the ‘drag-back’ turn as the example throughout the exercise, but any other turn involving a full change of … Continue reading →

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Crossing and Finishing with Agility

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This week the focus is on scoring goals from crosses. I have added in some ladders and need for short sprints to help improve the players’ agility and explosiveness. During this exercise the players will be in … Continue reading →

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Possession in a Compact Space with a Surrounding Circuit

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This weeks’ focus is on keeping possession of the ball when working with limited space. To make this even more challenging, I have added a conditioning circuit around the outside of the ‘possession area’. This practice will … Continue reading →

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Defending the Counter Attack – Continuous

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Michael Saif

By Daniel Severn This exercise will help your players to develop an understanding of key defensive positioning, delaying an opponent and help to develop their decision making. It can be broken down into a more tactical practice, but I like … Continue reading →

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