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Score a last minute goal to make it to extra-time
By Ben Welch last updated
Training Guides Train your team to stick to the passing game when the pressure is on, courtesy of this drill from the Nike Academy's assistant coach, Matt Wells

Gary Neville: Forge a menacing full-back and winger partnership
By Ben Welch last updated
Gary Neville Form a potent partnership between full-back and winger thanks to these tactical tips from former Manchester United and England defender, Gary Neville

Tony Carr: Switching play
By Ben Welch last updated
Passing Break down a packed defence by dragging the opposition out of position, says West Ham United's Academy director, Tony Carr

How to explain tactics
By Ben Welch last updated
FourFourTwo Make sure your players don’t misunderstand instructions with this essential guide to explaining tactics

George Boyd: Thrive at a higher level
By Chris Flanagan published
George Boyd Burnley’s Mr Indefatigable tells you how to deal with a step up in class

Defend from the wings
By Ben Welch last updated
Crossing England under-20 head coach Peter Taylor on how to cut the supply line from out wide

Defending against width
By Ben Welch last updated
Gareth Southgate Make sure your defence stays watertight when the opposition overload the wings with tips from Gareth Southgate
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