| 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.
Finland's Jari Litmanen is arguably one of the most gifted players to have graced the game in the last 20 years and you can hear his story in a fascinating two-part feature on the Training Ground. Take advantage, also, of a star skills session from another modern-day master, FC Barcelona's Xavi Hernández, who guides you through passing and ball-control. For the more defensive-minded player, ex-Sweden coach Lars Lagerbäck reveals how to stop attackers like these. John Terry is the focus in the UEFA Champions League skills school and you have the chance to join a coaching revolution via the TactX application.
Check out the links to find out more: |  | In a glittering career spanning more than 20 years, Jari Litmanen has earned the right to be called Finland's greatest ever footballer. Now, in a rare interview, the UEFA Champions League winner gives an insight into his success – explaining how extra training as a youngster paid off, and why Kenny Dalglish and Kevin Keegan were the example he followed.
More >> |  | Xavi Hernández has enjoyed a remarkable 18 months, winning UEFA EURO 2008™ with Spain and the UEFA Champions League with Barcelona. Named UEFA Club Midfielder of the Year in Monaco in August, he is one of the best passers of a ball in the game so who better to offer a guide to this skill on the Training Ground.
More >> |  | Talented playmakers can win matches so attempting to stop them is often a key strategy for coaches. Lars Lagerbäck gives his thoughts on the best way to do this, drawing on his experiences as Sweden coach from 1999 to 2009.
More >> |  | Improve your ability to control a ball with your chest and lay it off to a team-mate – aka the John Terry chest cushion – in this latest lesson from the UEFA Champions League skills school. The Training Ground's resident skills expert, Woody, is your tutor in keeping as calm under pressure as Chelsea FC's defensive leader.
More >> |  | Calling all coaches: The chalkboard could soon be a thing of the past thanks to a revolutionary new tactics application from the Training Ground. TactX allows you to create and edit training drills for use with your team, as well as to review moves from previous games – all in state-of-the-art 3D graphics. Join the revolution by registering for TactX now.
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