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As soon as the defender initiates the pressing run, you should respond with a swift and quick run with the tempo that the game dictates to beat the line.

Break the Line or Beat the line? What is the difference?

One of the principles of Positional Play is to exploit numerical and positional advantages through collective play. When the free player is positioned behind the lines of pressure, we want to find that free player in that position in order to exploit that advantage and attack.

Spain’s style of play once again demonstrates why they are the benchmark in the Champions League and at international level. Read more in my new column @guardian ⚽️ 🔗 theguardian.com/football/2026/…

Adapting content to the reality of a club, that is one of the greatest challenges technical directors face at clubs.

As the second defender, we must adjust our distance from the potential receiver based on the situation of the ball. If the ball is pressed, we have to position ourselves closer to the potential receiver in order to anticipate or defend the player when receiving the pass.

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Roberto De Zerbi has taken the reins at Tottenham in a delicate situation. 🧵 We would like to revisit this thread, in which we discussed the Italian coach's coaching philosophy and his Positional Play style.

In training, should 11-A-Side players always play in their specific positions? Although in many drills they should, we believe it’s not necessary in all of them. This is an example of a drill that every player should play to better understand the game.

When the Concept Becomes a Habit.

How many of your players have the habit of winning back the ball and pass it? How many of them raise their heads before deciding whether to pass or dribble? Guide your players with concepts and enhance their ability to make good decisions on the field.

APFC Constraints Free Guide 🔹Constraints to Increase the Competitiveness. Develop competitive players with the right mindset. Download the Guide here: apfcourses.mykajabi.com/constraints-fr…

The most common error a player makes when receiving the ball between the lines is not knowing what lies behind them. For this reason, we must guide the player to ask themselves questions that will foster their autonomy on the pitch. The question could be: Can I turn?

How should I approach the player with the ball in the defensive phase? 🧠👇🏻

How do you train collective behaviors in transitions? → By recognizing cues that help every player respond collectively. If the player who wins the ball is facing forward and has space, we counterattack.

La Masia continues to produce talents with great technical and creative ability who understand and apply the concepts of positional play. None of this is new, the players' concepts continue to stand out and foster creativity.

Hide your intention is a key individual skill, especially when you are under pressure. Deceiving the defender is one of the pillars of creativity.

DEFENSIVE DRILL: ENHANCING BACKLINE & OUTSIDE PLAYERS | APFC NEXT youtube.com/watch?v=7t341I…

What makes APFC different? @puigortoneda and Bernat Franquesa, founders of APFC, explain it and highlight APFC’s impact on both coaches and players.