The Chris Gill Podcast Football set piece coach (R.S.C Anderlecht) - Yannick Euvrard #70
Mar 10, 2025
Yannick Euvrard, a set-piece coach and analyst at R.S.C. Anderlecht, shares insights from his unique journey in football. He discusses the importance of attacking versus defensive strategies, revealing how he balances both roles on match day. Yannick also delves into the intricate details of preparing set pieces, utilizing data analytics for better performance, and the evolving trends in set plays. With a wealth of experience from the Belgian FA and his current role, he emphasizes the growing need for specialized coaches in today's game.
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Unexpected Path To Specialisation
- Yannick started as a taker and never planned to specialise in set pieces but the role evolved naturally.
- He now loves the detail work because condensed situations magnify small advantages on corners and throws.
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Hybrid Analyst-Coach Role
- Yannick describes his role as hybrid: primarily analysis with some on-pitch coaching duties.
- He links data to video to create metrics that trigger player decisions in set-piece moments.
