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Schools’ Football is Changing. Are You Prepared?

Few kids go to Academies. Some kids go to grassroots clubs. Every kid goes to school. Teachers and coaches have to be sure their coaching sessions meet all these pupils’ needs... Read More »

Vincent Kompany Talks Defending

Vincent talks to Tony Carr about playing all over the pitch whilst growing up, what motivated him to develop his skills alongside his physique and who the most difficult attacker he’s played against is (the answer might surprise you)... Read More »

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Talks Learning

We speak to new Arsenal signing Alex Oxlade Chamberlain about the perfect learning environment and what parents and coaches can do to help their child’s football development... Read More »

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Movement For Crosses

The Coaching Manual Academy Coach Terry Moore coaches movement for crosses. He teaches his young players to anticipate the cross, be clever about their movement and get themselves in to a position to score... Read More »

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Painting Pictures

The Coaching Manual’s Academy Coaches discuss the importance of ‘Painting Pictures’ for young players and helping them to develop their understanding of the game... Read More »

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Nutrition: Protein Food Sources

To perform well it’s important to eat healthily and protein should form a significant part of your balanced diet. Here are some sources of muscle-maintaining protein... Read More »

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Meet Our Experts

  • The Coaching Manual
    The Coaching Manual

    The Coaching Manual

    We provide grassroots coaches with the tools, resources, behaviours and confidence they need to develop as a coach and enrich their players' football experience. View Sessions »

  • Southampton FC
    Southampton FC

    Southampton FC

    Look inside one of the UK's best Academies and see how their coaches develop the superstars of tomorrow by making training fun today.

  • Tony Carr
    Tony Carr

    Tony Carr

    Get coaching and playing tips from West Ham United's legendary Academy Manager.

  • Wayne Rooney
    Wayne Rooney

    Wayne Rooney

    Help your players become goal-machines with these attacking tips from the Manchester United and England striker.

  • Vincent Kompany
    Vincent Kompany

    Vincent Kompany

    Build an impenetrable wall in front of your goal with these defending tips from the Manchester City Captain.

  • Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

    Show your players what it takes to build a career in the game with these tips from the Arsenal and England midfielder.

  • Ellen White
    Ellen White

    Ellen White

    Discover what motivates female players with these tips from the England and Arsenal Ladies striker.

  • Rafael Benitez
    Rafael Benitez

    Rafael Benitez

    Twice UEFA Manager of the Year, Rafa Benitez has also won the FIFA Club World Cup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and La Liga.

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