How to Win at 5-a-Side
by Nick Ascroft
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The culmination of years of 5-a-side football experience, this celebrated manual to 'scaled-down' soccer success covers every element of the game and features expert advice on how to organise a winning team. Written with authority, passion and a sense of fun, How to Win at 5-a-side covers all of the game's essential skills, including goalkeeping, defending, marking and shooting, as well as other less conventional but still important components, such as maintaining team moral, buttering up the re
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This comprehensive guide to small-sided soccer success distills years of competitive experience into actionable strategies for mastering the fast-paced 5-a-side format. The book systematically covers essential technical skills from goalkeeping fundamentals to defensive positioning and clinical finishing, while also addressing the psychological and social dynamics that separate casual players from consistent winners. What sets this manual apart is its recognition that victory requires more than just technical proficiency—team chemistry and morale management are treated with equal importance to shooting technique.
Beyond conventional tactics, the author delivers unexpected wisdom on maintaining team cohesion through strategic communication and conflict resolution, acknowledging that interpersonal dynamics often determine match outcomes more than individual skill. The writing balances authoritative expertise with relatable humor, making complex concepts accessible whether you're organizing a workplace team or competing in serious leagues. For anyone tired of midweek defeats and ready to transform their small-sided game, this playbook provides the complete framework for building a dominant squad from the ground up.
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