Do the Socceroos best players fit into Bert van Marwijk’s system?
The midfield zone was the area of greatest strength during the Ange Postecoglou era, but also the most problematic.
Author: Tim Palmer
My career spans youth development, coach education, and technical leadership across both mainstream and Paralympic pathways. I’m open to conversations around sports leadership, coaching, inclusive sport, and development roles where people, culture, and long-term impact matter.
World Cup 2018: Socceroos tactical preview
A in-depth preview of how the Socceroos will approach the 2018 World Cup tactically
Jamie Maclaren, the tactically astute yet surprising final selection for the Socceroos
The biggest surprise in Bert van Marwijk’s final Socceroos squad was the inclusion of Jamie Maclaren, but where does he fit into the side?
An unheralded midfielder holds the key to Newcastle’s grand final hopes
Steven Ugarkovic is the Jets’ equilibrium, and the balancing player who can tip an evenly-matched grand final in his team’s favour.
How technology can be integrated into athlete and team preparation
Developing a hypothetical technology plan coaches could utilize to improve athlete preparation and understanding ahead of a national team camp for soccer.
How can Melbourne Victory upset Sydney FC?
Melbourne Victory have an incredibly poor record against Sydney FC – so how can they hope to turn it around in a semi-final?
Melbourne City, and the Joyce of Arzani
How has Melbourne City coach Warren Joyce helped Daniel Arzani flourish?
A glimpse of the future of football analytics
Investigating a presentation at MIT Sports Sloan Conference to see how Barcelona are changing performance analysis in football
Integrating technology into youth football development
How can we use technology as coaches to support our players learning?
The secret to Sydney FC’s success
There are a multitude of factors that go into the planning of an A-League season, but few as many complex and critical as the conditioning program.
How the start of the Bert van Marwijk era stacked up
Van Marwijk will probably achieve some short-term success, but it is unlikely he will leave a long-term legacy.
Is Kevin Muscat evolving as a coach?
Kevin Muscat has great potential as a coach, but he must still develop in his role in order for the Victory to go forward.