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Training Ground The UEFA Training Ground offers you the opportunity to learn the secrets behind the skills used by the world's top players as well as coaching tips and features on grassroots football. Passing is a fundamental aspect of football and there are few better practitioners than AC Milan's Andrea Pirlo and FC Barcelona midfield maestro Xavi Hernández. Both have advice for the Training Ground, whose resident skills expert Woody also gives his step-by-step guide to the lofted pass. Meanwhile, you can hone your passing talents with a training drill from the Spanish Football Federation or take your last chance of winning a Ford Transit Minibus in the Ford Team Challenge. Check out the links to find out more: Andrea Pirlo is one of the most decorated players of recent years with two UEFA Champions League winner's medals and a FIFA World Cup triumph to his name. The Italian international played no small part in those successes with his mastery of the killer ball. You can learn from the Milan playmaker as he presents a masterclass in short passing. More >> Another man to have tasted success twice in the UEFA Champions League is Xavi Hernández. Most recently a winner in last season's competition, the Spain schemer was voted man of the match in Barcelona's final victory over Manchester United FC. Here he reveals to Training Ground users his formula for perfect passing and control. More >> Accurate long-range passing can be the key to unlocking most defences, as players such as Liverpool FC's Steven Gerrard have proved down the years. Become a master of this technique with the help of Training Ground experts Woody, Paul Klein and England women's international Lianne Sanderson in this step-by-step guide. More >> Put your team's abilities to the test in a training drill that focuses on passing and movement. This is one of a series of routines to follow on the Training Ground courtesy of leading coaches at the Spanish Football Federation. More >> Think you have the skills? Then show us and give your team the chance of winning a Ford Transit Minibus or adidas kit in the Ford Team Challenge. Following on from the successful first edition, this year's version is bigger and better – even giving coaches their moment to shine in an exciting drills option. So what are you waiting for? Give us your magic minute or devastating drill now. More >>

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