·       Agility, Balance, Coordination & Speed (ABC’s): Accelerating, decelerating, changing direction, changing speed, and moving in different directions while maintaining body control—developed through tag games.

·       First Touch Control & Shielding: Receiving the ball cleanly, shielding the ball from defenders, and setting up the next move.

·       Short Distance Passing: Using the inside of the foot to accurately pass over short distances.

·       1v1 Attacking Concepts: Recognizing when to dribble into open space versus taking on a defender.

·       1v1 Defending Concepts: Body orientation, staying on feet, and timing simple tackles/interceptions.

·       Turning Away from Pressure: Using basic turns to protect the ball, shielding the ball, and changing direction.

·       Shooting Technique: Striking the ball cleanly with power using the laces.

·       Spread Out in Possession: Understanding basic positioning when the team has the ball.

·       Goalkeeper Basics: Hand-eye coordination, catching rolling/bouncing balls, and safe throwing.

·       Small-Sided Game Applications: Applying skills in 3v3 matches.

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Mastering the drag-back, inside hook, outside hook, and simple single step-overs.

·       Combination Play (2-Player Core Moves): Consolidating the Wall Pass (One-Two) and introducing the Takeover.

·       Agility, Balance, Coordination & Speed (ABC’s): Accelerating, decelerating, changing direction, changing speed, and moving in different directions while maintaining body control—developed through tag games.

·       1v1 Domination - Dribbling & Shielding under pressure from different directions: Maintaining ball control and shielding the ball when closely guarded by an opponent. Escaping pressure in to space

·       Passing off Both Feet: Developing confidence using both dominant and non-dominant feet.

·       Defending Techniques: Delaying the attacker (jockeying) and forcing them toward the touchline or weak foot.

·       Counter attacking: Transitioning quickly from defence to attack when possession is won

·       Attacking Overloads: Recognizing 2v1 situations and deciding whether to pass or dribble.

·       First-Time Shooting: Striking a moving or rolling ball without stopping it first.

·       Building Out from Restart: Restarting play from goal kicks by spreading out to receive the ball.

·       Decision-Making under pressure: Developing game understanding in 4v4 and 5v5 scenarios.

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Executing the Cruyff turn, scissors/step-overs, inside/outside hooks, and chaining two moves together.

·       Combination Play (2-Player Core Moves): Executing the Wall Pass, Takeover, and introducing Diagonal Pass / Straight Run and Straight Pass / Diagonal Run.

·       Agility, Balance, Coordination & Speed (ABC’s) : Accelerating, decelerating, changing direction, changing speed, and moving in different directions while maintaining body control—developed through tag games.

·       1v1 Domination – Dribbling, Shielding & Running with the ball whilst under pressure from different directions: Maintaining ball control and shielding the ball when closely guarded by an opponent. Escaping pressure

·       Receiving to play forwards - First Touch into Space: Directional touches and shielding the ball away from defender pressure.

·       Support Angles & Distances: Position off the ball to give teammates clear passing lanes.

·       1v1 defending : pressing, jockeying, patient defending, delaying the attacker

·       Defending in pairs: Pressuring player working together with a secondary cover defender (Pressure & Cover).

·       Finishing from inside the area: 1 touch finishing with accuracy, disguise and calmness

·       Transition Speed: Reacting immediately to winning or losing the ball (Attacking/Defensive Transitions).

·       Switching the Play: Moving the ball from a congested side of the pitch to open space.

·       Playing out from the keeper (short, medium, long)

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Introducing the 360 (Roulette/Maradona turn), double step-overs, Cruyff turn under pressure, and fast-feet combinations.

·       Combination Play (2-Player Core Moves): Developing mastery of 2-player moves: Wall Pass, Takeover, Diagonal Pass/Straight Run, Straight Pass/Diagonal Run, and introducing the Overlap.

·       Agility, Balance, Coordination & Speed (ABC’s): Accelerating, decelerating, changing direction, changing speed, and moving in different directions while maintaining body control—developed through tag games.

·       Attacking 1v1’s in a variety of scenarios with pressure from different sides (front, sides, behind)

·       Receiving under Pressure & Shielding: Shielding the ball using body posture and physical strength to protect possession under heavy opposition pressure. Receiving to play forward

·       Playing out from the keeper (short, medium, long)

·       Receiving to play forward – scanning, positioning, timing, movement and passing techniques

·       Counter attacking from deep – Running with the ball, passing forwards, forward runs without the ball

·       Finishing:  Variety of scenarios, 1 touch close to goal, 1v1 with keeper, from various crosses, from distance

·       Pressing and Pressing Triggers: Recognizing moments to press (e.g., poor touch, bad pass, opponent turned towards goal).

·       1v1 and 2v2 Defending: pressing, delaying, covering

·       Attacking 2v2 and 3v2 Scenarios: Exploiting small-group overloads in the attacking third.

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Smooth execution of the 360 turn, fake shots into Cruyff turns, step-over to outside hook, and disguise moves. Ariel control (controlling the ball with different surfaces when it arrives off the ground)

·       Combination Play (3-Player Intro): Perfecting all 2-player moves (including Overlaps) and introducing basic 3-player moves: Round the Corner and Set-Back Pass.

·       Agility, Balance, Coordination & Speed (ABC’s): Accelerating, decelerating, changing direction, changing speed, and moving in different directions while maintaining body control—developed through tag games/ handball games

·       Attacking 1v1’s in a variety of scenarios with pressure from different sides (front, sides, behind)

·       Counter-Attacking Principles: Rapid forward movement and passing upon winning the ball.

·       Attacking from wide areas: Delivery from wide areas combined with timed attacker runs into the box.

·       Defending in balance: Defending specific spaces, marking, pressure, cover and balance

·       Pressing High up the pitch: Individual/team pressing and Pressing Triggers. Recognizing moments to press (e.g., poor touch, bad pass, opponent turned towards goal).

·       Playing out from the keeper (short, medium, long)

·       Build attacks through midfield: Using quick passing sequences, support, movement, body positioning, to play through midfield

·       Receiving to play forward – scanning, positioning, timing, movement and passing techniques

·       Finishing:  Variety of scenarios, 1 touch close to goal, 1v1 with keeper, from various crosses, from distance

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Advanced skill combinations (e.g., drag-back to 360, scissors into Cruyff turn) executed dynamically at high speed. Ariel control (controlling the ball with different surfaces when it arrives off the ground)

·       Combination Play (3-Player Core Moves): Executing Round the Corner, Set-Back Pass, and introducing Lending Pass and Up, Back & Through. Diag pass/straight run.

·       1v1 scenarios - Physicality & Shielding: Using body strength for shielding the ball, holding off defenders, and winning 50/50 duels.

·       High Pressing vs. Mid-Block: Knowing how/when to lock the opponent high up the pitch versus dropping off.

·       Counter-Attacking Principles: Counter from deep, from the middle, from high up the pitch. Forward runs without the ball. Combinations to finish.

·       Playing Forward - Penetrating Pass Selection: Finding passes into strikers' feet or into space behind.

·       Defending in balance – pressing, covering, marking, screening, intercepting

·       Defending Set Pieces: Marking systems (zonal, man-to-man, or hybrid) on corners and indirect free kicks.

·       Finishing:  Variety of scenarios, 1 touch close to goal, 1v1 with keeper, from various crosses, from distance

·       Heading & Aerial Control: Heading technique for clearing, passing, and finishing.

·       Switching Play via Central Midfield: Using central pivot players to shift attacks quickly across the pitch.

·       Creating and exploiting overloads in wide areas

·       Combination Play (3-Player Expansion): Fluid execution of Up, Back & Through, Lending Pass, and introducing Three in a Line positional combinations.

·       Ball Mastery & Core Moves: Full mastery of all core turns applied fluidly in tight match-realistic scenarios. Ariel control (controlling the ball with different surfaces when it arrives off the ground)

·       Defending as a unit in balance: When to step up, when to drop, being compact, communication, intercepting

·       Pressing Traps: Structuring shape to force the opponent into specific areas to turn the ball over.

·       Attacking in the Final Third: Combinations to unlock low blocks.

·       Controlling Possession: Keeping the ball for longer periods to control game momentum and tire opponents.

·       Counter-Pressing (Gegenpressing): Immediate pressure within 5 seconds of losing possession.

·       Playing out from the keeper (short, medium, long)

·       Counter-Attacking Principles: Counter from deep, from the middle, from high up the pitch. Forward runs without the ball. Combinations to finish.

·       Defending Direct Play: Dealing with long balls over the top and winning second-ball duels.

·       Crossing Variations: Cutbacks, whipped early crosses, and low-driven deliveries into the box.

·       Finishing:  Variety of scenarios, 1 touch close to goal, 1v1 with keeper, from various crosses, from distance

·       Set-Piece Routines: Executing designed plays for throw-ins, free kicks, and corners.

·       Game Management : Managing tempo when leading or chasing a match.

·       Combination Play Integration : Integrating Up, Back & Through, Wall pass, Three in a Line, and Round the Corner to break midfield lines and build from the back.

·       Formational Variations: Adapting setups (e.g., 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2) depending on tactical needs.

·       Playing Through, Around, or Over: Identifying the best path forward based on how the opposition defends.

·       Defending Central Areas: Denying passes into central attackers and forcing play out wide.

·       Pressing High up the pitch: Structuring shape to force the opponent into specific areas to turn the ball over.

·       Wide Overloads & Isolations: Creating 2v1s out wide or isolating 1v1 wingers against fullbacks.

·       Strikers Movement: Blind-side runs, dropping deep to link play, and peeling off centre-backs.

·       Recovery Runs & Tracking: Tactical discipline in tracking runners into the penalty area.

·       Counter-Attacking Principles: Counter from deep, from the middle, from high up the pitch. Forward runs without the ball. Combinations to finish.

·       Advanced Finishing Techniques: Volleys, chipped finishes, headers, and quick-release shots under pressure.

·       Communication: On-pitch leadership, organizing team shape, and calling tactical shifts.

·       Football-Specific Conditioning: Integrating speed, strength, agility and stamina work.

·       Combination Play :Combining Overlaps, Wall Passes, Takeovers, and Lending Passes in wide and central areas to break down compact blocks.

·       Breaking Down Low Blocks: Unlocking teams that defend deep with compact banks of four or five.

·       High-Intensity Pressing: Coordinated team pressing traps in the opposition build-up phase.

·       Sustained Possession: Keeping the ball for longer periods to control game momentum and tire opponents.

·       Defending in balance: Fullbacks, centre-backs, and defensive midfielders sliding/screening as one unit.

·       Exploiting Counter-Attacks: Transitioning from deep defence to goalscoring opportunities in 3-4 passes.

·       Defending when outnumbered: Roles of defenders to relay, recovery runs, spoil attacks

·       Create and exploit Overloads in wide areas: Creating 2v1s out wide or isolating 1v1 wingers against fullbacks.

·       Counter-Attacking Principles: Counter from deep, from the middle, from high up the pitch. Forward runs without the ball. Combinations to finish.

·       Set-Piece Routines & Blocking: Utilizing screens, blocks, and deceptive movement on restarts.

·       Managing High-Pressure Match Situations: Playing through physical, loud, or high-stakes match contexts.

·       In-Game Problem Solving: Players identifying and correcting tactical flaws without waiting for half-time.

·       Combination Play (High-Speed Execution): Executing Up, Back & Through, Three in a Line, and Set-Back Passes under high speed and defensive pressure.

·       Football-Specific Conditioning: Integrating speed, strength, agility and stamina work.

 Tactical Flexibility & System Changes: Changing formations mid-match seamlessly based on scoreline.

·       Out-of-Possession: Execution of High, Mid, or Low defensive blocks.

·       High-Intensity Pressing: Coordinated team pressing traps in the opposition build-up phase.

·       Game State Management: Controlling time, fouls, throw-ins, and tempo when winning or chasing.

·       Defending Outnumbered: Identifying when outnumbered in midfield or wide areas and adjusting.

·       Clinical Finishing: Finishing under pressure in a variety of scenarios (close to goal, angles, edge of box, from crosses)

·       Defending Principles: Intercepting, marking, covering, tracking, forcing errors, and controlling without the ball

·       Positional Interchangeability: Dynamic rotations where wingers, fullbacks, and midfielders swap zones smoothly.

·       Set-Piece Specialization: Mastery of delivery, routines, edge-of-box coverage, and defensive organization.

·       Football-Specific Conditioning: Integrating speed, strength, agility and stamina work.

·       Combination Play (Automated Mechanics): Intuitive use of all 2 and 3-player core moves during dynamic position rotations and fast breaks.

·       Tactical Maturity: Recognizing match scenarios and adjusting execution autonomously.

·       Playing out from the keeper (short, med, long)

·       Building attacks through midfield – combinations, patterns of play, support and movement

·       Controlling Possession – recognising when and how to slow the game down

·       Creating Overloads in Attack: in central and wide areas

·       Attacking Principles in the final third: unlocking deep lying defence, combining and finishing

·       Opponent Analysis Application: Executing match plans tailored specifically to exploit opposition weaknesses.

·       High-Intensity Pressing: Team pressing traps in the opposition half.

·       Defensive Principles of play: Defending in balance (organised) (defending centrally, defending in wide areas) marking, tracking, intercepting, sliding and screening

·       Defending Out of Balance (disorganised) defending outnumbered, defending counter attacks

·       Precision in the Final Third: Exceptional final-pass selection, composure, and finishing efficiency.

·       Game Management: Understanding how to manage match momentum, stoppage time, and referee decisions.

·       Physical & Mental Resilience: Managing fatigue, recovering from setbacks, and maintaining consistency.

·       Advanced Rest Defence & Counter-Prevention: Controlling structural shape to prevent any counter-attack.

·       Senior Competitive Readiness: Transitioning tactical understanding, physical output, and mentality to adult football.

·       Combination Play (Senior Mastery): Autonomous decision-making using the complete suite of 2 and 3-player moves to penetrate deep defensive blocks and manage match state

•  Football-Specific Conditioning: Integrating speed, strength, agility and stamina work.