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Playing Out of the Back
The eight-a-side format is very frequently used in these age groups not only because it is mandated by some leagues, but because in practice we rarely have 22 players to play the real game, so the 6 v. 6 comes in handy. When I decide what formation to use I tend to go back to the very basics of my coaching philosophy. I consider crucial to create training that mimics the game as closely as possible. The eight-a-side game can be used to mimic the eleven-a-side game in many different ways. I see the logic of playing 3-3-1, but for me the most important aspect of the 4-3-3 system is the three midfielders playing in a triangle or an upside down triangle and creating those passing triangles and diamonds that are so important to maintain possession and keep the ball moving. Think about the movement of the defensive midfielder within the half circle created by the two central backs and the outside backs. When I teach playing from the back I use the 2-3-2 or the 2-4-1 systems. The two backs and the two midfield wingers create the u-shape and the three remaining players play in the middle. This way all the possible passing combinations can be practiced when playing from the back.
Matt, the vast majority of professional game broadcasts are copyright protected. I have tried to transfer from cable box DVR to DVD and/or to the computer but was unable to do so because the copyright protection. How do you do that?
Greetings Everyone,
My name is Joe and I coach in the Tampa bay area in Florida. I learned to play in the streets of my home country . I played until about age 40, although, never near pro level. I have been coaching for about 13 years now. I have coached almost all age groups between u-10 and U-16. I use every single resource I can to constantly improve myself and here is another one I warmly welcome. Learning must never, ever end!
