Tactics

Chris Hughton Chris Hughton talks us through disabling the opposition's passing game and making them play route one

Whether it’s a title decider, cup final or relegation six-pointer, you won’t be at a loss with FFT’s five-step guide to sleeping, eating and mentally preparing

Phil Brown Drogba, Anelka and Torres? With the right midfield, a trio up top can work wonders, says Phil Brown

Chris Hughton A host of clubs use a pressing style of football to win the ball back in the opposition's half - but what can you do to beat the high press? 

Psychology Damage limitation is a loser’s game, insists former Sheffield United gaffer Mick Wadsworth

Chris Hughton Positioning is key to snaring a striker in an offside trap, says former Spurs left back Chris Hughton

Pace Former Reading boss Brian McDermott says you need to press high, create pressure and be brave 

Chelsea Hit a team on the break with tactical advice from Champions League winning gaffer Carlo Ancelotti

Southampton Don't let your centre-back go unprotected, thanks to this positional guide from former Ipswich and Scotland full-back George Burley

Peter Taylor Don't let the other team score immediately after you do - keep that pressure on, says England U20 head coach Peter Taylor