The Master the Game: Striker is THE must-have guide for any footballer who wants to perfect this essential position. Step-by-step, instructions and proven practices and training drills will allow players of all levels to learn and refine vital techniques in a progressive and enjoyable way.

In no time at all you will learn all you need to know to maximise your potential and performance as a footballer - equipment, tactics, training, fitness, nutrition, development and psychology.

This book includes key advice and tips from the leading players, managers and coaches in the sport. With this guide you will soon be at the cutting edge of your game.

Other titles in the Master the Game series: Goalkeeper, Defender, Midfielder.

This book is part of a book series called Fafo .

There are 288 pages in this book. This book was published 2008 by John Murray Press .

Paul Broadbent is an experienced author. He has worked in association with Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal and is the manager and coach of an U16s football team. Andrew Allen is an FA qualified coach and development manager for school sport. Paul Broadbent and Lynn Huggins-Cooper are both experienced teachers and best selling Letts authors.

This book has the following chapters:

• : Introduction
• : Part 1 - Introducing the game
• : 1. Playing the game
• : Part 2 - Preparing for the game
• : 2. Fitness for football
• : 3. Food for a footballer
• : 4. Choosing your kit
• : 5. Warming up and cooling down
• : 6. Dealing with injuries
• : Part 3 - Improving your game
• : 7. Football fundamentals
• : 8. Individual practice drills for strikers
• : 9. Tactics and teamwork
• : Part 4 - Developing your game
• : 10. Parents, coaches and clubs
• : 11. Evaluating your performance
• : Index