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🔵Man City assistant manager Pep Lijnders’ points system for small sided games insight. 🎯 ⚽️ 3 pts – Goal ⚡️ 2 pts – Counter-attack goal 🛡️ 1 pt – 1 minute without conceding Mentality driven constraints rewarding actions in possession, in transition, and out of possession.
Keepitonthedeck1,190,392 views • 2 months ago
Day one of Roberto De Zerbi at Tottenham Hotspur is in the books, and a couple of small moments already say a lot about how meticulous he is. No matter how minor or major the situation, he coaches what the game presents. The first example came when he approached Dominic Solanke. During a small sided game, Solanke was using constant movement, checking runs and changing direction to create space. When play paused, De Zerbi stepped in to explain that in tight areas, locking/shielding the defender directly can actually create more space surrounding him to receive, without needing movement. It sounds simple, but if it needs coaching, he addresses it immediately and with intent. The moments of when to move vs when to lock on! The second moment highlighted his well known focus on tempo. He urged calm from defenders when they had an overload, encouraging them to slow things down just enough to ensure accurate distribution. That patience also allows the structure ahead of the ball to take shape and for movement to develop, leading to more controlled and progressive possession. When the moment is right tempo speeds up to progress the play! The detail stands out. If it's detail and energy Tottenham wanted, Roberto De Zerbi will 100% bring that.
Keepitonthedeck433,004 views • 2 months ago
Liverpool fans won’t like this… 👀 Pep Lijnders already making his presence felt at Man City. In today’s Manchester City open training session, he was non-stop, demanding, directing, pulling players into a huddle and demanding standards before an 8v8 possession game. Pep Guardiola knew exactly what he was doing bringing that energy in. 📥 Our New Pep Guardiola training study is out now — grab it via the link in our bio or below 👇
Keepitonthedeck1,373,715 views • 10 months ago
Amazing insights here with thanks to West Ham United. 🚨 New boss Nuno Espírito Santo is already making his mark on the training ground 👀⚒️ A few key takeaways from his early session: ✅ Building an open environment where players feel comfortable sharing input. ✅ Emphasizing forward thinking play by introducing a constraint that passes back to the goalkeeper during small-sided games are not allowed more than once (Futsal Style) ✅ Bringing energy and positivity, his encouraging style and constant communication are infectious. Big question: is Nuno the man to spark a turnaround at West Ham? 🔥⚽️
Keepitonthedeck592,531 views • 8 months ago
Meet 18 year old Moussa Jacky Toure, who sent this video our way all the way from the Ivory Coast. Take a second to look at the surface he’s training on… uneven, unpredictable, far from ideal. Now look at the touches, the control, the ability to adapt. That’s not luck, that’s dedication! Moussa has dreams of finding an opportunity in the game at a professional level, and what stood out most to us was his commitment to finding a way, not an excuse. There’s something in that every footballer can learn from. If you love the game, you find a way. Here’s hoping Moussa finds his.
Keepitonthedeck114,354 views • 2 months ago
🔵🔴 PSG continue to prepare for Arsenal on Saturday night, and we spotted this positional setup at their training this week The practice is designed to encourage and develop good supporting angles when in possession in central areas of the pitch. Very likely we'll see full backs advancing to high areas vs Arsenal as PSG build. 🔹 3 players inside the area 🔹 4 players positioned around the outside 🔹 Maintain shape and spacing at all times Out of possession: 🔴 Press freely 🔴 Counter press immediately on transition🧠 ✅ Join our website to access thousands more like this. #SoccerTraining #PositionalPlay #LuisEnrique #PSG #FootballDrills #SoccerCoach #TacticalTraining #CoachingFootball #FootballDevelopment #KeepItOnTheDeck ⚽
Keepitonthedeck22,086 views • 10 days ago
Want to see Pep Guardiola lose it? 😡 Then disrespect the rondo. To some, it’s just a warm-up — a bit of pre-training fun ⚽ To Pep, it’s simply 🙏 A non-negotiable standard. He’ll pull coaches aside and break it down — coaching the coaches, demanding perfection, and expecting them to then demand it to 👀 He often personally oversees the rondos to make sure the levels are as high as possible 🔍 📹 This clip from a recent Man City session says it all… Just look at the ball speed 💨 The technique 🎯 The intensity 🔥 Frightening stuff!! Training sessions available via the link in our page bio. #pepguardiola #manchestercıty #soccertraining #footballtraining
Keepitonthedeck473,365 views • 11 months ago
Yes West Ham are still in the bottom three, and yes they absolutely could still go down. But Nuno Espírito Santo deserves some credit. Nuno Espírito Santo went into that environment five months ago and immediately told his players to be open, not afraid to add their input. He did not go in demanding or with a drill sergeant approach. Instead he created an environment that felt like a team between staff and players. Five months on you can actually see what he was trying to achieve in the spirit and unity that side is showing. Even the principles seen in his first session, where he asked for positive forward thinking actions, you can see clear evidence of it in West Ham’s games in how quickly they transition into attack. Burnley away especially was a masterclass in transitioning with forward thinking mindset. If West Ham stay up, Nuno Espírito Santo will have done an incredible job with a group that looked a sure thing to go down when he walked into it. The value of having players onside is invaluable!!
Keepitonthedeck123,370 views • 2 months ago
All coaches, take note. Rayan Cherki was filmed by Keepitonthedeck at the St Kevins Academy Cup ten years ago. Back then not once in that entire tournament was he met with shouts of pass the ball. Not once was he taken off for attempting tricks or flicks. No one barked at him to run aimlessly. What we saw was a young player given true freedom. At twelve years of age, playing against thirteen year olds, his ability was not just impressive, it was joyful to watch. It made people smile and at times even laugh at how effortlessly he played. Comfortable on both feet at that age as well. What stood out most was not just his skill, but the environment around him. He was allowed to express himself and grow, without being restricted by a coach or confined by a system. We even witnessed him lead and take entire team warm ups, given ownership of a team with players older than him. Coaches are there to help talent, not destroy them. Both types of coaches exist, so careful which ones you play under! As Cherki said himself, “If we don't play with pleasure, you can't play better, you can't show what you want.”
Keepitonthedeck67,196 views • 1 month ago
🍀 Celtic Open Ended Combination Setup Something new from Martin O'Neill as he returned to the Celtic Football Club training ground this morning. Instead of fixed patterns, players were given freedom to combine and connect until the whistle, then react to create attacking solutions and finish into any of 3 target goals. A new ball in straight away, repeat. 🔥 Encourages creativity, connection, and shared attacking understanding at game tempo. 📥 Coaches: download NEW training plans here 👉
Keepitonthedeck168,104 views • 4 months ago
Tottenham Hotspur training this morning. Lots of people asking about the practice from Roberto De Zerbi today, so here it is. The first place you'll find this animated to explain, before other pages see it then make it also. Three zones. Five v two running in the active end zones. Split by a central zone. Out of possession, the pressers in the central zone can press wide players or look to intercept direct transfers. Focus on patience in possession. Move it, wait, then find the right moment to turn and progress, either wide or straight through. Visit our website for more top class content. #SoccerCoaching #FootballTraining #DeZerbi #PositionalPlay #CoachingSession
Keepitonthedeck58,508 views • 1 month ago
🔘Tottenham Hotspur positional game setup under Roberto De Zerbi yesterday morning 🔥 18x18 area. Locked in positions in possession ⚽ In possession: stay in your box, use the neutrals, find a way through the pressure. 🔥 Out of possession: press as a two in each half Simple Objective: Move it from one end zone to the other = score. If the pressing team win it? Roles reverse instantly. High tempo. Sharp decisions. Non stop transitions. Sign up to our website to get access to 1000's of training ideas #Coaching #FootballTraining #PositionalPlay #SoccerDrills #PlayerDevelopment
Keepitonthedeck48,507 views • 1 month ago
With thanks to our friends over at ProjectFootballer have a listen to Harry Redknapp's view on one of the problems in academy football today. Agree or disagree?? Give the lads a follow via ProjectFootballer or search their YouTube Channel for the full podcast. #soccercoaches '#footballcoaches
Keepitonthedeck569,768 views • 2 years ago
🚨 Benfica 8v8v8 under new head coach José Mourinho 🚨 ⚽️ Coaches were asking how this game works… here’s the breakdown: 🟥 3 teams of 8 across 3 zones ⏱️ Transfers MUST happen within 8 passes (or less!) 🔥 Forces maximum pressing intensity from defenders 🧠 Demands a forward-thinking mentality in possession 📥 Coaches 👉 Download our brand-new training session plans right here:
Keepitonthedeck193,208 views • 8 months ago
🔴 Man United | Defence → Attack Transition Practice Michael Carrick is back in charge at Old Trafford. Here is a look at a transition setup from yesterday’s training session, focused on moving from defence into fast counter attacking actions. 🔲 16x16m 4v4 rondo 🧱 Defend compactly & screen 2 target goals ⚡ Win it → instant breakout ➡️ Through pass & finish ➡️ Wide combo → cross & finish 📔Download Full Training Plans Here ➡️
Keepitonthedeck106,184 views • 4 months ago
⚽️ Atletico Madrid Excellent Progressive Rondo Session Plan as seen used by their U16 Academy Side A brilliant possession practice focused on movement, awareness, and decision making 🧠 🔹 Phase 1 Small 4v2 rondo with support players Complete 5 passes to progress (8x8 Yards) 🔹 Phase 2 4v4 with 3 neutrals Increase intensity and aim for 8 passes (20x20 Yards) 🔹 Phase 3 6v6 with 4 neutrals Complete 10 passes to win the set (34x30 Yards) 💡 Key focus Quick passing Constant support Cognitive positioning challenge Composure under pressure 🔥 A great session for developing players who can think and play fast in tight spaces 👉 Get 1000's more training sessions like this on The Keepitonthedeck Coaching Hub via our website #SoccerCoaching #FootballCoaching #SoccerDrills #PlayerDevelopment #CoachingTips
Keepitonthedeck37,178 views • 1 month ago
In the modern game, some academies across Europe have adopted policies where late developers are moved down to play with younger age groups. In Ireland, for example, professional academies are allowed register two players to compete below their age category. Yet when you listen to players who reached the very top of the game, many describe the complete opposite experience. They often speak about how playing against older, bigger, and more physically developed players was crucial to improving their skill, speed of thought, and decision making. Don’t take our word for it, listen to what Neymar said recently. "Futsal taught me that, what the streets taught me too, because... Especially the streets, right? When you’re playing on the street, you’re always playing against older guys, right? So they see that you’re a bit more skillful, and the older guys, they want to intimidate you somehow. So how do they do that? By hitting you, pushing you. And on the street, there’s nothing you can do. You can’t be scared. You have to take the guy on again. And escape the marking, right? Because I knew that in terms of strength, I wouldn’t have any advantage. But in speed, intelligence, and skill, I always had the advantage. When I moved up to the professional level, I weighed, at the time, 54 kilos. 54 kilos for a professional player is very little. And then I had to... figure it out. So I had to be faster, I had to think ahead. Because every time they touched me, they’d hold me. Then you remember the street, you think, man, the older guy who pushed you there, what did you do? You didn’t let him touch you, you’d dodge him, and then you’d go!. I think Futsal is the foundation of every Brazilian player. Futsal gives you that, it gives you improvisation, quick thinking, it teaches you tactics, because at the same time you're attacking, you have to defend."
Keepitonthedeck17,741 views • 19 days ago
🔴 Manchester United 9v9+2 Compact Units Setup 📏 Played from just outside 18 yard box to 18 yard box ⚽ 9v9 + 2 neutrals 🎯 Target goals positioned to encourage central passes. The focus was on compact defensive shape, protecting the middle, and moving together as a unit up and down the pitch. Players were coached to defend central overloads first and force the ball wide. This wasn’t random. United’s win over City was no fluke. Credit to Michael Carrick and his staff for delivering the exact tactical messages the game demanded. There is nothing wrong with giving people credit where credit is due. It's not getting over excited, it's praising a good job done! Simple ideas. Clear structure. Match winning details. 📥 More training ideas available here:
Keepitonthedeck93,821 views • 4 months ago
⚽ Tottenham Training this morning under Roberto De Zerbi featured this 7v7 Small Sided Game with Offside Zones 📏 Area: 40 x 30 yards 👥 Format: 7v7 🚩 Condition: Offside zones monitored from the sidelines by coaches Visit our website to access thousands more like this session plan ⚽ #DeZerbi #SoccerTraining #FootballCoaching #footballtraining #PlayerDevelopment
Keepitonthedeck27,333 views • 1 month ago
🚨 Excellent insight into Liam Rosensior and his very first training session at Chelsea 👀 ⚡ High energy in the session 🔄 Big focus on reactions – mistakes, transitions, turnovers 🧠 Errors matter, but the response matters more 🤝 Builds individual bonds between rest periods 👏 Plenty of encouragement, balanced with high demands 📐 Constantly reinforces principles, calls it out when standards slip 🔍 Detail from the very start of the session, even in technical activation he is big on details. A coach blending energy, clarity, and accountability. Will be fascinating to see how this young English coach gets on in the Premier League 🔵⚽ Thanks to Chelsea Football Club for the footage.
Keepitonthedeck97,604 views • 4 months ago