Best of Coaching Links This Week:RB Leipzig's Tactics, Books To Read, Positive Mindsets & More

Contrary to most clubs making their first appearance in a top league, RB Leipzig haven’t drawn admiration but rather condemnation.  As part of the Red Bull empire they are seen as having bought their success thanks to the financial backing that they have.  Yet there is more to their story and part of it is down to the tactical make-up of the team.

The practice myth – specifically that it is enough to determine who will make it as an elite performer – has long been busted but it doesn’t hurt to read more about this issue.

Given that we’re at the start of a new year and most people want to improve themselves, check out this list of books that any coach should be reading.

Here’s a podcast talking about the need to create a positive mindset.

AND FINALLY…
“Football is a sport you play with the most disobedient part of the body: the foot.” — Juanma Lillo

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