Soccer - The 4-4-2-System
by Thomas Dooley & Christian Titz

This book represents a 160-page work complete with countless exercises, explanations and images – all dedicated to the 4-4-2 system. This book is dedicated to the tactical system used worldwide in upper amateur and professional leagues – the 4-4-2 system. How should I set up my training to focus on different aspects of the 4-4-2 system? How do I practice the runs and player movements associated with the defense, midfield, attack and offensive pressing? Which options does the system offer for offense and defense? This book answers all of these questions, as well as many more. Each exercise is graphically presented and supported by detailed information and helpful tips which make it easy to understand the exercises and effectively implement them on the training pitch. more

Soccer - Goalkeeper Training
by Thomas Dooley & Christian Titz

This book is a training methods guide for goalkeeper training, with the aim to be interesting, varied and above all, suitable for beginner and advanced players alike. Goalkeeping has changed a great deal in recent years. A goalkeeper doesn’t only have to worry about catching or saving balls anymore – he/she is expected to actively be part of setting up play. The modern goalkeeper is, in a way, a sort of sweeper who should be able to organize the defense and then, when they are in possession, quickly turn defense into offense.more

Soccer - Dribbling and Feinting
by Thomas Dooley & Christian Titz

In modern soccer players must be proficient in ball techniques, i.e. they must have the ability to apply techniques and tricks at the highest speed. Understandable language, numerous figures to visualize the exercises as well as a multitude of methodical and didactical tips make this book an essential guide for trainers and players alike. The exercises feature different levels of difficulty. This classification supports the teaching of juggling and dribbling techniques as well as body and ball feints to players of different age groups. This book offers a comprehensive collection of all the important ball and movement techniques and at the same time clearly describes their correct and practical implementation. more

Passing and Ball Control
by Thomas Dooley & Christian Titz

The exercises in this book present an effective and efficient selection of methods for passing training, in which direct passing as well as ball control while in motion can be repeatedly trained. Each exercise and game form is presented in color figures, in order to help the reader visualize and better understand the exercises. The book begins with simple, linear passing forms and passing forms when dealing with opponents. Building on from there, passing forms with the emphasis on ball control, and passing in square and triangle formation while approaching the goal are presented, as they would occur in an actual game situation. The book is suitable for beginner and advanced players alike. more