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“7 outside, 3 inside” offers a tactical structure to control the midfield. The main idea is that in a 4-3-3 formation, three midfielders control the direction and tempo of the game, while outside players create space and interact accordingly. With 7 players outside and 3 players inside, they interchange, getting in and out depending on what the game demands. Players outside continue to provide the necessary width and depth. 7 Outside, 3 inside tactical structure, helps establishing control in the opposition's half and progressing the ball forward.

4-3-3 IN POSSESSION: Complete guide to understanding and coaching 4-3-3 formation in possession of the ball, inspired by the tactical wisdom of Johan Cruyff and application of dynamic triangles across the pitch. Tactical theory progresses through the phases of play: Build-up play, progressing through the mid defensive block, breaking down the low defensive block, finishing in the box and counter-attacking. 40 Tactical practices follow the same logical sequence and are structured to begin with smaller units progressing towards more complex and full squad practices. https://www.phaseofplay.com/shop

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In a 4-3-3 formation, wide triangles are particularly effective for penetrating a low defensive block due to the natural width and flexibility this formation offers. The 4-3-3 aligns well with the concept of wide triangles because it utilizes the wingers and full-backs to stretch the opposition's defense, while the midfielders provide support and options for ball progression.

- Stretching the Defense: By maintaining width, the wingers and full-backs force the defending team to spread out, creating gaps between defenders that can be exploited. This stretching of the defense is the first step in breaking down a low block.

- Creating Overloads: Through the movement of the midfielders and the interaction between the winger, full-back, and a central midfielder on one side, teams can create overloads. This numerical superiority makes it difficult for the opposition to cover all passing options, leading to potential breakthroughs in the defensive line.

- Dynamic Movement: The effectiveness of wide triangles in a 4-3-3 depends on dynamic movement. This includes overlapping runs by the full-backs, inward cuts by the wingers to drag defenders out of position, and the timely forward thrusts of midfielders to exploit spaces or receive the ball in dangerous areas.

- One-Twos and Give-and-Gos: Simple yet effective, one-twos (give-and-gos) between the winger, full-back, and central midfielder can break through tight defensive lines. Timing is crucial, as quick passes can disrupt the defensive organization, especially if the attacking players can exploit the momentary gaps created by their movement.

- Third Man Runs: A sophisticated form of combination play involves a third man run, where the ball is played between two players to set up a pass to a third player making a run, often unnoticed, into a dangerous area. For example, the central midfielder might pass to the winger and immediately move forward, while the winger lays the ball off to the full-back, who then delivers a through ball into the path of the advancing midfielder. This kind of movement can be particularly effective against a low block as it creates confusion and misalignments within the defensive structure.

- Switching Play: The 4-3-3 allows for rapid switches of play from one flank to the other, utilizing the wide triangles formed on both sides. Switching play quickly can disorient a low block, creating openings as the defense shifts to adjust to the ball's movement.

In the 4-3-3 formation, wide triangles are a key tool for breaking down a low defensive block, emphasizing width, mobility, and tactical flexibility. This strategy requires coordinated movements, precise passing, and the ability to exploit the created spaces. When executed correctly, it not only disrupts the defensive structure of the opposition but also creates numerous scoring opportunities.

4-3-3 IN POSSESSION: Complete guide to understanding and coaching 4-3-3 formation in possession of the ball, inspired by the tactical wisdom of Johan Cruyff and application of dynamic triangles across the pitch. Tactical theory progresses through the phases of play: Build-up play, progressing through the mid defensive block, breaking down the low defensive block, finishing in the box and counter-attacking. 40 Tactical practices follow the same logical sequence and are structured to begin with smaller units progressing towards more complex and full squad practices. https://www.phaseofplay.com/shop

Happiness + Development + Performance is = Success.

Happiness: Players and staff must thoroughly enjoy working and performing in football environment.

Development: Players and staff must continuously develop towards their maximum potential.

Performance: The team must achieve results that surpass expectations based on the available resources.

Getting them active in the game at early ages everyday improves their fitness and skills.

Your confidence means everything when you're chasing your goals.

Not all goals are meant to be achieved but are sometimes meant for aiming.

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The difference between a successful player and other ordinary players is not a lack of strength, not a lack of skill, but rather in a lack of will.
Everyday you spend drifting away from the gym, is a waiste not only of that day but also of the additional day it takes to regain lost ground.
The real opportunity for success lies within the player's willingness and not only in their talent and skills.
You can be a good and skilful but if having no self respect and willingness, you'll never grow or axcel in football

Dear grassroots coaches.

Do not feel betrayed by confused players. Some of them might be in need of your guidancewhile others need to be allowed a space to expirience football challengesat a developing level.
Allow players to go out there, make mistakes or explore themselves it is part of learningafter all.

Be the role model
A good coach never Drink🍺🍻🍻 alcohol or smoke infront of players. A good coach always check on what he doing, who is around, also focus on winning the game ⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽🥅

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Plan - Train - Play. Repeat!⚽️✍🏽

Dankie Gallants for bringing life to those few soccer fans in Rustenburg
Young players, Phokeng is a place to be on Sunday 18:00. Free free entry.👌👌⚽
Welcome to Rustenburg (if not North West as a whole) where we watch really football from TVs.
Beautiful stadiums, only to be occupied by birds at night.
No teams at PSL from Rustenburg. No wonder young players don't believe in soccer.
Grassroots coaches are trying their level best into bringing life to our soccer games, but it's never easy as most young players have lost hope. All because there is nothing happening around them, nothing motivates them.
At schools football is dead
LFAs are struggling with no sponsors
Grassroots teams are struggling with no proper infrastructure.
No proper soccer academies

No wonder young players lose interest when coming to soccer. If one has big dreams as a soccer player, it has to be in Gauteng.
What is it that can be done to better the system?
We need to bring back hope to the young players

"We can’t blame coaches if we don’t take responsibility. It’s a difficult moment for any coach working with lazy players. You call yourself a player and preaching everyday that you want to make it professional level someday but the coach got to push you to go to training, got call you now now and again if there is a game. Having many top players, but only 2 if not non make it to training that kills the spirit of the coach completely.😨 Then you also have someone unhappy in team, that is a slow poison slowly eating away everything you've been building. We need a strategy in order not to bring everyone back together and happy.
We need commitment from players, hard work and dedication.