Barcelona Analysis Series

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As journalists and other media outlets research Barcelona, it is revealed how the team uses a 4.3.3 formation and how players interchange positions in order to hold possession. Emerging technicians have a desire to dig deeper to understand the subtle nuances that make Barcelona so good. They research why players move and how this movement affects each teammate. Once this understanding is achieved, the question becomes how to translate this knowledge to your own team and players?

Emerging technicians will not only answer the question of what it is that makes Barcelona so special, but more importantly, how to impart this information to their players. Emerging technicians will have access to information that breaks down Barcelona position by position, and they will have access to training activities and progressions that will enable their players to better emulate FC Barcelona. To view part one of the Barcelona Analysis Series visit the ASET web site; www.asetsoccer.com

Emerging Technician Profile - Chris Kappler, high school and youth soccer coach
Coach Kappler is currently a high school and youth soccer coach and has been an emerging technician for over two years. Coach Kappler provides his insights into the strengths and weaknesses of high school soccer as well as his team's tactical flexibility throughout the high school soccer season. Visit the ASET web site to view Coach Kappler's interview; www.asetsoccer.com

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Barcelona Analysis Series - Problems for Opposition Midfielders and Defenders Using 4.4.2 Formation
The first installment displayed Barcelona's formation used in the UEFA Champions League final against Manchester United. The diagram, and the descriptions of the roles of specific players, provided emerging technicians an idea of the overall movement of the Barcelona attack. In the second installment, emerging technicians will gain an understanding of the problems faced by opposition midfielders and defenders as a result of Barcelona's formation. To view part one and two of the Barcelona Analysis Series visit the ASET web site; www.asetsoccer.com

June Monthly Coaching Session - Standing Between to Get Behind
The recent game between Spain and the United States highlights the ability of players to sit between defenders in order to get behind. Numerous times the television announcers could be heard commenting on Spain's movement and ability to sit between defenders and the lines of the United States formation. This session demonstrated how to progress activities to get players to become more patient and aware of their movement. This movement, as subtle as it may be, enables an attacker to disappear on their defender and reappear already in behind. To view the coaching session click on the Coaching Activities link followed by the monthly sessions link; www.asetsoccer.com

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