100 Coaching Practices is OUT NOW!. The product contains 100 animated videos, plus a 280 page eBook to help you develop your players, units, and teams. Topics include build-up play, pressing, 1v1s, set pieces, and much much more. Purchase here: .

Very grateful to share that I’ve officially graduated from the UEFA Pro License. Thank you to everyone who has supported me along the way - colleagues, lecturers, players, tutors and friends. I’m looking forward to continuing my work developing people, players, coaches, and teams

RT @LMbalashi: 8 yrs ago @michael_loftman sent me a facebook msg asking about Zambian football, we met and a few months later he moved to….

A huge achievement for the club, bringing a deep sense of gratitude to the Motsepe Family, the staff, players, and everyone involved at the club. May the coaching rollercoaster continue….

What a fantastic few days… On Friday I was delighted to hear that I have been accepted onto the 2024/25 UEFA Pro License course, continuing my coach education journey with the English FA. Then on Sunday we were crowned African Champions in the inaugural African Football League

Good example of ‘Finding the Free Player’.

RT @michael_loftman: My Professional Session Planner is now available on Amazon. It contains the structure I use for session design, inclu….

RT @michael_loftman: Pressing Pairs. - A simple practice to progress from individual to unit pressing detail. - Short bouts of pressing t….

Spent the morning analysing goals conceded by teams across the world yesterday. The general common trend is still basic errors:. 1. Strategies when Defending Set Pieces.2. A Lack of Clear Communication.3. Preventing & Dealing with Crosses.4. Turnovers in Critical Areas & Moments.

Pressing Pairs. - A simple practice to progress from individual to unit pressing detail. - Short bouts of pressing to regain in a maximum of 10 seconds. No.77 from 100 Coaching Practices. Purchase Below:. eBook: Amazon:

Diagonal Runs for Straight Through Passes. When there's an open passing lane with a gap/window between the defenders, diagonal runs can be used to meet straight through passes in behind the opponent's defensive line. Video in WhatsApp Groups Tonight. Join:

My Professional Session Planner is now available on Amazon. It contains the structure I use for session design, including instructions in the opening pages to help you plan more meticulously. Available Here:

RT @michael_loftman: Triggers for the Whipped Cross:. ✅ Space Between Defensive Line & Goalkeeper. ✅ Body Shape of the Full-Back/Winger All….

While there are many different ways to play football. There is no doubt some are more entertaining and attractive than others. Just ask fans whether they’d prefer to support a winning team who dominates the ball or a winning team who gets dominated.

RT @michael_loftman: 8 Coaching Principles for Coaches of All Levels. Below are 8 principles which all coaches should use to maximise the d….

RT @michael_loftman: Build Your Own Game Model. If you are interested in building your game model for yourself or your club, this recorded….

I’ve seen many talented players struggle because they don’t collaborate well with teammates. I always refer to Ronaldo’s relationship with Marcelo and Messi’s with Dani Alves as examples, . Your players’ relationships with their teammates can be key for their success.

Are you confident enough to leave your last defender 1v1 in Rest Defence (First 10 Minutes at 0-0)? . The general principle across coach education has been have a 2v1 in the last line. With defenders becoming more mobile and technical it changes the context of the situation

Build Your Own Game Model. If you are interested in building your game model for yourself or your club, this recorded webinar + game model template will give you the resources you need to get started. Templates are for Powerpoint & Keynote. Purchase Here:

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Continued Development. No one is the perfect coach, there are always areas for you to improve. Seek new knowledge in your specific areas of expertise. Topics may include, practice & session design, game understanding, psychology, pedagogy, sports science etc. 9/10.