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Dario

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25 Apr 14:06

🤔 Which Position Specific Content Have You Found the Most Useful So Far?

Strikers 🔥

22 %

Full Backs 🎉

0 %

Wingers ⚡️

33 %

CDM's 🧠

67 %

Centre Backs 🛡️

11 %

9 votes

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25 Apr 14:03

🎉 New: Winning Aerial Duels - CB | 1 to 1-P21

Our final practice of the week is a 1 to 1 centre back drill that sharpens aerial ability by focusing on timing, body shape, and quick reactions. ⚽️

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Winning Aerial Duels - CB | 1 to 1-P21

00:00 Intro00:06 Practice Breakdown 00:18 Time Header, Eyes on Ball & Use Arms to Leap00:31 Progression 1: React to Block Passes After Header01:04 Progression 2: Chest Down, Pass and React to BlockThis 1 to 1 centre back practice sharpens aerial ability by focusing on timing, body shape, and quick reactions. Players work through game-relevant actions to improve heading technique, recovery speed, and transitional play. With progressions that increase pressure and demand composure, this drill is ideal for defenders aiming to dominate aerial duels more consistently. 🔥⚽️

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24 Apr 12:48

⚽️ New: Playing Out From the Back - CB | 1 to 1-P20

This individual practice is designed to develop centre backs’ ability to step out from the back and break the first line of pressure with confidence. 💪

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Playing Out From the Back - CB | 1 to 1-P20

00:00 Intro00:14 Practice Breakdown00:34 1st Touch Inside Past Line of Mannequins 00:52 Progression 1: Add a 2nd Ball for Reverse Pass01:10 No Disguise - More Easily Intercepted 01:25 Face Hips and Eyes Forward to Disguise Pass01:39 Progression 2: Add 3rd Ball for Pass to Opposite MF01:56 Slow Turn = More Touches to Play Forward 02:15 Quick Turn to Receive = Increased Speed to Drive Forward This individual practice is designed to develop centre backs’ ability to step out from the back and break the first line of pressure with confidence. Through a series of detailed movements and passing combinations, players improve their timing, body shape, and decision-making when building from deep positions. The practice focuses on recognising visual triggers, disguising forward passes, and executing with control and purpose. Progressions are included to gradually increase difficulty, helping players transfer these actions into various game scenarios with greater consistency.💪⚽️

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23 Apr 12:39

🔥 1 v 1 Attacking & Defending Challenge | 68-P8

🔗 View All Practices in Coaching Theme 68

This practice is built to improve players’ 1 v 1 defending skills, with a strong focus on individual technique, positioning, and defensive decision-making. 🛡️

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1 v 1 Attacking & Defending Challenge | 68-P8

00:00 Intro00:11 Practice Breakdown00:27 Defensive Positioning to Force Attacker Wide 00:45 Progression 1: Two Simultaneous 1 v 1’s01:07 Show Defender Outside - Use Line as an Extra Defender01:21 Progression 2: 2 v 2 Game01:38 Defend as a Unit - Compactness to Force Play WideThis practice is built to improve players’ 1 v 1 defending skills, with a strong focus on individual technique, positioning, and defensive decision-making. Players will learn how to stay compact, dictate play into wide areas, and deal with attackers in isolation while maintaining control of the engagement. The practice gradually increases in complexity through a series of progressions that challenge both individual and collective defending. Each phase pushes players to improve their ability to win the ball, communicate effectively, and manage space under pressure. 💪⚽️

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22 Apr 13:47

🚨 New:CB's Playing Out From the Back | 52-P5

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This practice is designed to develop centre-backs who can confidently step into midfield and help break the first line of opposition pressure - a key aspect of the modern game.🔥

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Centre Back's Playing Out From the Back | 52-P5

00:00 Intro 00:07 Practice Breakdown00:31 Switch and Step to Break Press00:47 Progression: Defenders are Free to Play in Different Structures01:10 Drive Inside - 2 v 1 Against CMThis practice is designed to develop centre-backs who can confidently step into midfield and help break the first line of opposition pressure. Focusing on timing, decision-making, and positioning, this session helps players understand how to create overloads in central areas during the build-up phase. Players will learn to identify moments to drive forward, beat the press, and link play into more advanced areas of the pitch. ⚽️

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21 Apr 14:30

‼️ Just Released: Commanding Centre Back | CB

This week’s release focuses on developing dominant centre-backs — from winning aerial duels and commanding the back line, to making crucial interventions and playing out with confidence. 🛡️

To build on this, we’ll be dropping a new CB-focused practice every weekday, packed with game-relevant details to help mould composed, competitive, and reliable defenders. ⚽️

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18 Apr 14:30

⚽️ New: Supporting the Build Up - CDM | 1 to 1-P19

Our final practice of our CDM Week is an individual practice that helps develop the ability to link play during the build-up phase, focusing on scanning, movement, and execution under pressure. Have a great weekend all! 🐣

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17 Apr 13:31

🎉 New: Stopping Forward Passes - CDM | 1 to 1-P18

This CDM-focused practice is designed to improve a player’s ability to read and block forward passes. Working within a tight area, players are challenged to anticipate play, adjust positioning, and intercept under pressure. 🛡️