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Sunday, September 9, 2007


Soccer Coaching - Offensive Positioning System

In teaching youth soccer, there are important aspects to consider regarding soccer coaching. One is to teach about the offensive strategies.

Offensive Positioning System

One of the best and most effective positioning systems is the four-four-two system. As a soccer coach, you should keep in your mind the following when forming your team.

  • Defense: use largest players.
  • Midfield: use those players who have impressive crossing ability.
  • Upfront: use the fastest players of your team.

When it comes to soccer coaching drills, note that this is no hard and fast rule, but such formations usually work and eventually increase the chances of winning a match. If such a formation of your team is not working, you may go ahead and utilize the following formation, based on the size of the players.

At the back: Largest Players
Midfield: Fastest Players
Upfront: Smallest Players

When it comes to soccer coaching, when you put players with small heights upfront, it can be very helpful when your team is looking for a penalty or a free kick. This is because it has been observed that referees are usually on the side of players with little heights.

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