The Modern Challenge: Chaos into Control As modern football evolves, defensive discipline and team structure are becoming tighter than ever. Success is increasingly defined by the ability to convert final third entries into goals—a difficult task when facing deep, crowded defences (the 'low block'). This session is designed to train the precise detail required to maximise tight-space, chaotic scenarios, goalscoring opportunities and is built to mirror the high-stakes moments that define football matches.
In a bold move to reshape grassroots football, the English Football Association (FA) has unveiled its FutureFit initiative, introducing a 3v3 format for Under-7 players starting in the 2026–27 season. This shift reflects a growing global trend and a deep commitment to nurturing young talent through formats that align with their developmental needs WATCH THE VIDEO: MP Coaching 3 v 3 training with Neil Harris
This summer, Mike Phelan Coaching hosted its inaugural Premier League Experience camp in partnership with Burnley Football Club. The event took place at Burnley’s Barnfield Training Centre and the Whitehough Outdoor Centre, operated by Burnley FC in the Community.
This summer www.mikephelancoaching.com in conjunction with www.qe.org delivered a summer school like no other for existing and prospective students.
Sir Alex Ferguson: The Ultimate Leader
In this session MP Coaching guest specialist striker coach Steve Guppy brings us further detail on the fine art of creating shooting opportunities and the more intricate technical details that make all the difference in your approach, set up, and execution when in goalscoring positions.
Two top Premier League players — Harry Maguire and Andy Robertson — have generously donated signed shirts to MP Coaching to help give back to the grassroots game.
Creating shooting opportunities within the confined space of the 18-yard box and closer to goal is increasingly difficult in modern football. Defenders are getting smarter, team set ups and out of possession tactics are more, astute, and defensive units are more cohesive than ever in their quest for clean sheets.
A Dynamic Week of Soccer Development Across Two Prestigious Programs
So here we are on a 7 day stint of social events, player camps, coach education workshops, university and corporate visits as the team work their way around NYC, New Jersey and Brooklyn.
