While the study of tactics and strategies in soccer is important in todays game, the bedrock of the sport remains the skill of the players. Without skill, even the perfect tactical plan is useless. This book offers a proven method of developing ball skills, the first touch and two footed players. The repetition of the movements makes the skills almost automatic in actual game situations, allowing the player to play with his head up and focus on the tactical solution rather than controlling the ball at his feet. Focus is on developing skilful players who are able to perform on both sides of the body in match conditions.
Introduction; The Playing and Practice Conflict; Lateral Development; The Difference in Playing Skills; A Positive Approach to Training; Physical Fitness; The Skills Formats; Developing the First Touch; Using the Body; Solving Playing Problems; The Craft of Passing; Developing Confidence and the Thinking Process; The Choreography Training Session; Interpreting the Cone Placements.