Great talent, also apparently an excellent tennis player. The father wasn't too interested in development programs over here as he always wanted John to tryout in England. Only weak point was a bit of inconsistency, some incredible games and some others not quite so good (maybe improved this aspect,...

Try 20 m sprints with 2 x 10m segments. i.e. 10 m sprint in one direction, pass off the ball and sprint in an other direction and shoot (which involves slowing down, ball skills and change of pace) Allow recovery time growing from 45 seconds up to 2 minutes in between sets of maybe 5 x 5 hope it helps

There are some very very talented and promising players in this list, let's hope they have a good time with the Academy, I think the future looks good for SA.

Amadeo is in Italy, you are right Bill and he thanks sgt peppers (lonely hearts club band) and jameswall31 for their kind words, they really mean a lot. He is currently under contract at AC Milan for the remainder of the season, achieved Uefa B Licence (also hopes for world peace) and misses Adelaid...

It would be marvellous if the 2022 WC was in Australia but I really wouldn't count on it too much, the market is way too small and not that expandable.

Hope I am wrong...actually, no, another one in Europe would be nice.

Ok, I will try and explain it better. Point 1 - It does not happen to many coaches to coach kids that will become professional, the odds are extremely low, and so are the odds of players becoming professional. Point 2 - If junior football should not focus on result, putting a sweeper means you are t...

Question: if we are considering a 1-4-3-3, isn't the goalkeeper the sweeper, so to speak with, I would think, a flat back four? Italian coaching for youth tends to prefer a flat 4 at the back and zonal defending, to encourage more involvement in team game by the players etc. IMO, a sweeper is not t...

Question: if we are considering a 1-4-3-3, isn't the goalkeeper the sweeper, so to speak with, I would think, a flat back four? Italian coaching for youth tends to prefer a flat 4 at the back and zonal defending, to encourage more involvement in team game by the players etc. IMO, a sweeper is not th...

Maybe calling Lippi scum is a bit excessive, though many people have been questioning his selections. Lippi is in favour of forming a strong unit and group rather than call the "on-form" players of the moment. The National side is not a "hit parade" for him. Every Italian goes nu...

Megabonus is absolutely correct in the description of the direction Italy is heading towards. Futsal is what friends play in the evenings, regarding the development within the FIGC clubs small sided games, or modified games, are at the basis of technical work nowadays. The Piccoli Amici category is ...

More important to teach Gks to play the ball quickly, well and to defenders or wide midfielders to build from the back, I remember though suggesting coaches not to have keepers booting the ball....didn't go down well.

No baiting, Aldo, il Napoli fa cagare!
Not like Milan steamrolling Reggina at home!

Aldo, long time no see, tutto bene?

Hamsik has been really performing this year, with all respect to Napoli but I hope he signs for Juve for his sake, the current Napoli with the current squad and coach are not going to give De Laurentiis the spectacular football he wants.
Would also be nice to see Lavezzi move on, brilliant player.

What exactly are the faults of this coach in your opinion?

Also, who would you propose instead of him?

I think the goal has prompted media and all to say how well he has been performing. I think it is a slight overstatement, he has been doing ok, his attitude is excellent and his condition is not too bad, all considered but hardly a match winner for us. Milan are not going to make a mint with Beckham...

VB is a striker, she has a very rare sense of where the goal is never scared to finish. She also likes to participate in build up, technically she is good and has a very decent vision of the game, so ultimately she should play support striker dropping back to lay the ball off and open spaces and get...

Arrogance is the most telling sign of intelligence, right?

Sad to see no joy at Christmas for you, ah well...

Sheva is trying hard, I think he figured out no team mate has time for him so he started upping the work rate and is looking sharper. I will personally "forgive" him if he scores 15 goals this season but I have a feeling he might start the year well, injuries seem to be handing him an almo...

Mr.John Walker is a gentleman, a top professional and always puts his money where his mouth is, I had the pleasure to work alongside him, very briefly, and was very impressed by his work and dedication. To the Adelaide City player calling him a chardonnay, there is good news for you, it's Xmas soon,...

I am so surprised to hear these bad comments about Emma, I had the privilege to work with her for a short period of time and was very impressed by her spirit, attitude and intensity and she was just as intense as Melissa Barbieri. Macca is great but in talking her up I think it's unfair to slate EW,...

When people talk of the SASI head coach, they should always bear in mind we are talking of a great person, a man who loves football and that would do anything for his players. SASI is not the Secret Services, you can always send an e-mail and I am fairly sure your help will be appreciated. And from ...

I think football coaching in Australia isn't bad at all and I really have never seen anyone coaching "shoving off the ball". Football is a game that can be successful only when it represents your true culture and heritage so, if anything, Australia should believe much more in it's own cult...

Yesterday was the first session with a fantastic response from players ad parents, 50 junior players were present and trained with Milan Ivanovic, Amadeo Cataldi and Paul Francesca, our 'speed and agility' coach. Tonight will be a session for U8s to U10s, there are still some places available so cal...

Yesterday was the first session with a fantastic response from players ad parents, 50 junior players were present and trained with Milan Ivanovic, Amadeo Cataldi and Paul Francesca, our 'speed and agility' coach. Tonight will be a session for U8s to U10s, there are still some places available so cal...

Berlusconi did for Milan, granted, he bought the Scudetto in 87/88, but still...

If there is no conspiracy, there should be a conspiracy against Juventus

All good as far as I am concerned.

Still believe that penaltes against Juve in Turin are rarer than white flies

[quote="getborn"]Napoli President Apologizes To Juve For Referee Blunders The President of the Partenopei apologized for winning in the way Napoli did on Saturday evening, with two inexistent penalties against the Bianconeri. zoom - galleria Aurelio De Laurentiis went to apologize to Juve ...

MILAN IVANOVIC FOOTBALL ACADEMY In conjunction with AMADEO CATALDI Milan Ivanovic is a former captain of the Australia National Team and after a long and respected career (71 caps, 60 ‘A’ Internationals) became one of its most capped players ever. Nicknamed ‘The Surgeon’ for his ability to ...

MILAN IVANOVIC FOOTBALL ACADEMY In conjunction with AMADEO CATALDI Milan Ivanovic is a former captain of the Australia National Team and after a long and respected career (71 caps, 60 ‘A’ Internationals) became one of its most capped players ever. Nicknamed ‘The Surgeon’ for his ability to ...

Guys, have a look at Bojan Krkic for Barcelona, talking of playersthat will be stars!
Unreal, reminds me of a young Rigoni10 but more attacking and a bit faster