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Reviews Book Reviews Developing Game Intelligence in Soccer
 
 
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By Horst Wein
Length 315 pgs
Released 2004
Type Instructional
Level Intermediate
Breakdown 75% Exercises 25% Tactics
Focus Technique + Tactics
Topic AttackingDefendingTeam PlayCoaching
Influence German
Summary

This new book from one of the world's most respected coaches offers an innovative and effective method of training that is aimed at developing the cognitive aspect of the game in players of all ages and skill levels. Filled with exercises and games proven to allow players the ability to read game situations and make correct decisions.

Table of Contents

Intro; The positional attack; Keeping possession of the ball; Attacking from midfield; 2v1: A basic element of the collective game; First time play; The counter-attack; Intelligent passing; Correct techniques; tactics in receiving; controlling the ball; Capacity to play through-passes; Improving goal scoring; The rebound: a second chance to score; Attacking under pressure; Reasons for a collective approach to defense; How to coach approaching and closing down an attacker in possession; How to coach cover defense; The principle of the pressing defense; The principle of anticipation; Defending under pressure; Defending counter-attacks; Improving individual skills; Importance of winning 1v1's; Emphasizing individualized training sessions; Winning more often thanks to technology; The percentage game; Analyzing your opponent's game; Improving team performance by establishing roles for each of the players; Stimulating game intelligence and the understanding of soccer

Editor review

Overall rating:
 
4.3
Quality of Content:
 
5.0
Quality of Photos & Diagrams:
 
4.0
Clarity of Ideas:
 
4.0
Review A big fault against this book is the organization and the use of color. The colored photos and drill diagrams are fine but the use of color throughout the book adds confusion to an already awkward flow (which could be because it was translated from Spanish). Get past that and treat this book as a reference for look up and you'll be pleased. There is A LOT of info in this book and most of it is great stuff. For an experienced coach who can sift through the content this will be a good book to add to your collection.

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Last updated: November 05, 2008
 

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