The final stage of youth soccer players is the advanced stage, where players are asked to play at a high-level. Players in this stage should be able to pass the ball over short distances with accuracy and speed. Tactical (mental) speed should be at is quickest and sharpest, at this stage, in the youth game. Players should be asked to increase quality and speed of play while committing themselves to playing possession/attacking style soccer. The concept of team shape in defending, attacking and quick transition(s) will be emphasized as well. Possession soccer with good and quick soccer decisions, along with strong physical commitment is essential, to develop to the highest level, and should be cornerstones of this age group. Speed of thought, perception and reading of the game, are the main objectives at the advanced stages. Technical mastery of the ball is requirement to reach the highest level of the advanced stage.

Mastery and comfort of the ball, use of both feet, passing at all parts of the feet, lengths, texture etc., good first touch, ability to play in tight spaces, improvement of technical deficiency and consistency of technical qualities

Execute concepts of Attacking, Defending and transition as quickly as possible, various Systems of play, pressing, decision making/speed of thought, zone defending/team shape, possession in cohesive multiple passing moves, counter attacking, playing out from the back with coordinated movement to enter/possess ball in mid-field, final third entry/movement, establishing rhythm and style of play, adapting/countering opposing teams tactics/qualities

Players have developed into their teen-age years and can handle the most complex tactical scenarios. Male and female players have to communicated to in the styles appropriate gender, as well as, the individual’s personality. Managing these components is key to building a strong player-coach relationship. Players should be asked to be committed to the team by attending training and games. Players at this age should be pushed to develop as soccer players to the highest-level possible of the individual.

Commitment to the team and the coach’s objectives, team building exercises, Physical speed, agility, strength and endurance are major factor, personal/team goal setting, honesty and responsibility

 The higher the level, at all stages, the faster the speed of play, thought, perception, anticipation and technical ability increases.