Gary is joined by UEFA 'A' coach and acclaimed writer, Jamie Hamilton, to discuss Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi and his in-possession system. Jamie discusses how De Zerbi 'breaks the rules' of traditional thinking by: - Provoking a press rather than avoiding pressure - Exposing team to 'high risk' in build-up - Keeping players narrow in build rather than wide - Slowing game down rather than opting for tempo The conversation then progresses into why variety and thinking outside the box are so important, both to player and coach development in the game today. Check out Jamie's article here: https://medium.com/@stirlingj1982/dangerous-provocations-79acd3a890f Sign up for MSC Set-Piece webinar with Andy Parslow: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/live-msc-set-piece-webinar-with-andy-parslow Order MSC 20 Attacking Training Sessions eBook: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/attacking-training-sessions

Jamie Hamilton, a UEFA A-licensed coach and academy coach at Ayr United FC, dives into the fascinating world of football tactics and coaching methodologies. He discusses the evolution of strategies from traditional positional play to innovative concepts like 'relationism.' The importance of communication on the field shines through, along with an exploration of cultural influences from Brazil's football scene. Hamilton also critiques the current tendencies in coaching, advocating for a blend of analytics and human understanding to enhance player development.