Go Football Coaching

19/09/2026

PLAYING OUT FROM THE BACK | CREATE THE OVERLOAD & PLAY FORWARDS

Playing out from the back isn’t just about keeping possession.

It’s about using the opposition press to create opportunities to play forwards.

One of the key tools is the goalkeeper.

By playing back to the keeper, you can create an overload, invite the opposition to press, and then use the space they leave behind.

The aim is to recognise what the game is giving you and choose the right solution:

➡️ Play around the press
➡️ Play through the press
➡️ Play into the space
➡️ Play on to the next player
➡️ Play beyond the opposition when the opportunity is there

The keeper becomes more than just the last line of defence — they can become an important part of the build-up and help create the extra player needed to beat the press.

⚽ KEY COACHING POINTS

🔹 Use the goalkeeper to create an overload
🔹 Invite pressure rather than always avoiding it
🔹 Create passing angles and support around the ball
🔹 Recognise when to play around, through, into, on to or beyond
🔹 Scan before receiving
🔹 Move the opposition before playing forwards
🔹 Be patient when necessary — but recognise the moment to go
🔹 Play forwards when the opportunity appears

The goal isn’t simply to play out from the back.

It’s to play out with a purpose.

Can you draw the opposition in, create the overload and then exploit the space they leave?

Invite the press. Create the overload. Recognise the option. Play forwards.

17/09/2026

PLAYING OUT FROM THE BACK | USE THE KEEPER TO CREATE OVERLOADS ⚽🔥

Playing out from the back isn’t just about keeping possession — it’s about creating the right numbers and finding a way to play forwards.

This practice focuses on how teams can use the goalkeeper as an extra player when the opposition presses, helping create an overload and give the team another passing option.

When the press comes, the goalkeeper becomes an important part of the build-up. Instead of rushing the ball forward, players can use the keeper to move the opposition, create a spare player, and open up a passing lane to play through or around the press.

🔑 KEY FOCUS AREAS

• Using the goalkeeper as an extra player
• Creating overloads against a press
• Playing out under pressure
• Movement to create passing angles
• Supporting the player on the ball
• Scanning before receiving
• Recognising when to play forwards
• Breaking the opposition press
• Patience in possession

⚡ THE KEY MESSAGE

Don’t just play around the press — use it to create space.

If the opposition commits players to pressing, there can be opportunities elsewhere. The goalkeeper can help create the extra player needed to move the ball safely and then play forwards with purpose.

This practice encourages players to understand why they are playing out rather than simply passing for the sake of possession.

🎯 PERFECT FOR:

⚽ Team training
⚽ Playing out from the back
⚽ Goalkeeper involvement in possession
⚽ Building against a high press
⚽ Youth & grassroots football
⚽ Academy development
⚽ Tactical football sessions

Use the keeper. Create the overload. Break the press. Play forwards.

16/09/2026

OUR VALUES MATTER!

At Go Football Coaching & Go Sports Coaching, what we do is about more than just sport.

Every session is built around the values we believe should be at the heart of working with children:

🟡 CHILD-FIRST APPROACH
Every decision we make puts the wellbeing, safety and development of children first.

🟡 INCLUSIVE
Every child deserves the opportunity to take part, feel valued and belong.

🟡 POSITIVE COACHING
We use encouragement and positive reinforcement to build confidence, enjoyment and a love of sport.

🟡 TEAMWORK & RESPECT
We promote cooperation, discipline and respect for others in every session.

🟡 LIFELONG IMPACT
We want to inspire healthy habits, resilience and a love for sport that goes beyond school.

These aren’t just words on a page.

They are the standards behind every session we deliver.

Whether it’s football, multi-sports or one of our wider school activities, our aim is simple:

DEVELOP • ENJOY • ACHIEVE

11/09/2026

Ready for next term…? Did you know that Go Football Coaching & Go Sports Coaching have been recognised as:

Best New Football & Sports Coaching Provider 2026
(UK Enterprise Awards)

Over the last year, we’ve worked closely with primary schools to deliver high-quality, fully managed breakfast clubs, PE support, and after-school provision but for us, it’s always been about more than just coaching.

We help schools maximise the value of their Sports Premium funding while creating engaging opportunities for pupils and easing pressure on staff teams.

What we bring to schools:

✅ Revenue-generating clubs with potential income back into school budgets
✅ Reduced staffing pressure through fully managed delivery
✅ Online parent booking portal and minimal admin for schools
✅ Inclusive, high-engagement sessions for all abilities
✅ Cost-effective support for Section 251 budget planning
✅ PE lesson support alongside teachers to enhance curriculum delivery and staff development

Our flexible sports provision includes:

⚽ Football
🏀 Basketball
💃 Dance
🔴 Dodgeball
🏅 Multi-Sports

We’re passionate about helping schools create stronger sports provision, better pupil engagement, and sustainable extracurricular programmes that genuinely add value.

A huge thank you to all the schools, parents, pupils, and staff who continue to support us we’re excited for what’s ahead.

11/09/2026

Grassroots Football is back and in full swing! Don’t forget to check out the Go Football Podcast on Spotify - Amazon Music and YouTube

https://open.spotify.com/show/3QNt9EDZ79IfHoo0RjU8AU

09/09/2026

COMING THIS OCTOBER!

GO FOOTBALL COACHING DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
U7–U12 | PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

We’re not here to take players away from their clubs.
We’re here to help them become better players.

Our additional development sessions focus on:

⚽ Technical skills
🧠 Decision making
🎯 Game understanding
🔄 In & out of possession
⚡ Transitions
🧤 Goalkeepers welcome

🏆 Award Winners – Best Football & Sports Coaching Provider 2026

A positive environment where players can develop, improve, build confidence and enjoy their football.

COMING OCTOBER - SPACES WILL BE LIMITED!

Want to find out more? Register your interest with NO COMMITMENT.

👉 https://enrolmy.com/go-football-coaching/activity/41-Register_Your_Interest_Go_Football_Coaching_Development_Centre_Training_U7_U12?emyatb=4w7ygdi444

📍Loughborough • Charnwood • Leicestershire

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08/09/2026

WILDCATS IS COMING TO EVINGTON!

HAVE FUN. MAKE FRIENDS. PLAY FOOTBALL.

Looking for a fun, friendly way for girls aged 5–11 to get involved in football?

Then Wildcats is the place to be!

Whether your daughter is picking up a football for the very first time, or simply wants to play football with other girls her own age, Wildcats is all about having fun, making friends and giving football a go.

Our sessions are delivered by FA-qualified coaches and include:

⚽ Football & small-sided games
🏃 Agility, balance & coordination
💨 Speed & movement
🎯 Fun football activities
👭 Making new friends
😊 Building confidence

And yes… there will be games!

But Wildcats isn’t about winning or competition.

It’s about creating a positive environment where girls can learn new skills, try something new, have fun and enjoy being active.

📍 Evington Leisure Centre
Downing Drive, Leicester, LE5 6LP

📅 Wednesdays
⏰ 5:00pm–6:00pm
🚀 Starting October
👧 Girls aged 5–11

🌟 NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! 🌟

Know a girl who would love to give football a go?

👇 REGISTER HERE

👉 https://enrolmy.com/go-football-coaching/activity/32-Wildcats_Evington

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08/09/2026

This October Go Football Coaching Development Centre Launches!

WE DON’T TAKE PLAYERS FROM CLUBS.
WE ADD TO THEIR DEVELOPMENT.

🏆 Award Winners – Best Football & Sports Coaching Provider 2026

We’re launching the Go Football Coaching Development Centre for U7–U11 players.

This isn’t a football club.
❌ No teams
❌ No leaving your current club

Just additional, quality football development alongside the football they already play.

Our UEFA-led sessions include:

⚽️ Technical development
🎯 Small-sided games
🧠 Decision making
🔄 In & out of possession
⚡ Transitional play

Announced • Unannounced • Live game situations

Using the FA Practice Spectrum, we challenge players to practise, make decisions and play — not just repeat drills.

🧤 GOALKEEPERS WELCOME TOO!

And for parents…

Let us do the coaching. You get to enjoy watching your child develop.

With 28+ years of coaching experience, we know that sometimes a different environment and a different voice can make a huge difference.

📍 Go Football Coaching Development Centre
⚽️ U7–U11
🎯 Additional player development
🧤 Goalkeepers welcome
🏆 Stay with your current club

👇 WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Register your interest — NO COMMITMENT!

👉 https://enrolmy.com/go-football-coaching/activity/41-Register_Your_Interest_Go_Football_Coaching_Development_Centre_Training_U7_U12?emyatb=4w7ygdi444

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06/09/2026

This October Go Football Coaching Launch our Football Development Centre in Charnwood!

Award winners of Best Football & Sports Coaching Provider of the UK Enterprise Awards 2026 are launching the Go Football Coaching Development Centre for players U7–U11 and we want to know who would be interested.

This isn’t a football club.
We don’t run teams.
We don’t want players to leave their current clubs.

Quite the opposite.

We want to add another layer to their development alongside the football they already play.

Our UEFA-led sessions are designed for young players who want to get better, learn more and enjoy their football even more.

Every session combines:

⚽️ Technical practices
⚽️ Small-sided games
⚽️ Positive coaching interventions
⚽️ In-possession development
⚽️ Out-of-possession development
⚽️ Transitional phases of play

We proudly use the FA Practice Spectrum including

*Announced
*Unannounced
*Live game situations

The aim is simple…. give players more opportunities to practise, make decisions and play.

As our coaches use the FA Practice Spectrum to challenge players in different ways, helping them understand the game rather than simply repeating drills this is how we help their development.

And with over 28 years of coaching experience, we understand that every player is different.

⚽️ Some need confidence.
⚽️ Some need more technical repetition.
⚽️ Some need to improve their decision making.
⚽️ Some just need a different environment and a different voice.

And sometimes, that’s all it takes to help a player see the game differently.

🧤 GOALKEEPERS ARE WELCOME TOO!

Our goalkeeper development goes way beyond standing between the posts and having shots fired at you.

We work on:

🧤 Defending the area
🧤 Defending space
🧤 Positioning
🧤 Decision making
🧤 Playing around, through, into, onto and beyond
🧤 Understanding the goalkeeper’s role within the game

And yes… if a goalkeeper wants to spend some time outfield developing their football too, that’s part of being a better footballer.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 AND FOR THE PARENTS…

We know grassroots football and player development.

We know how many coaches are also mum or dad.

You’re organising sessions, setting up equipment, coaching, managing games, answering messages…

Sometimes you just want to stand on the sideline and watch your child play.

That’s where we come in.

We’re not here to replace you, we’re here to add another layer to their development while giving you the chance to be a parent again.

No session planning.
No coaching.
No pressure.

Just sit back, watch them play and enjoy seeing them develop.

Hopefully, the only thing you need to say on the journey home is:

“I loved watching you at training tonight.”

That’s what we’re aiming for.

📍 Go Football Coaching Development Centre
⚽ U7–U11
🎯 Additional player development
🧤 Goalkeepers welcome
🏆 Players remain with their existing clubs

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Would your son or daughter be interested in additional football training alongside their current grassroots club?

Or register your interest here:

https://enrolmy.com/go-football-coaching/activity/41-Register_Your_Interest_Go_Football_Coaching_Development_Centre_Training_U7_U12?emyatb=4w7ygdi444

No commitment. Just register your interest now!

And if you know a young player who would benefit from this…

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