soccer_strategies-defensive_and_attacking_tactics

by robyn-jones-tom-tranter

Aimed primarily at intermediate and advanced coaches, this book examines the principle formations used in modern soccer and the need to fully understand them all if one is to adapt to game situations using counter-active tactics. The authors discuss such offensive topics as support, width, penetration, mobility and improvisation. Defensively, they provide insight into depth, delay, concentration, team balance, cover and restraint. Chapters Three Man Defense Four Man Defense One Forward System Two Forward System Three Forward System Well organized and clearly written, this is an outstanding coaching book.

Genres: Football, Soccer, Sports

Paperback

First published September 1, 1999

Reviews

[Cody Northup · Rating 4 out of 5]

Exactly What I Wanted

I was looking for a book that helped me understand soccer tactics and different formations. This book was perfect and everything I could have asked for. I have already recommended it to two other people

[Brian · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is exactly what I was looking for. No drills just a better understanding of the tactical side.

[Seva · Rating 3 out of 5]

The book is pretty slim and focuses strictly on defensive and attacking tactics, just as promised in the title. It is a bit dry and written on an abstract level. Tactics in throw-ins and free kicks is not covered, but there is some discussion of tactics on corner kicks. Overall, a quick read that introduces different attacks and defenses fairly well.