This book serves as a useful manual for the football coach who employs the 1-4-2-3-1 formation.

Initially, it provides a detailed analysis of player roles as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the versatile 1-4-2-3-1 formation. From a tactical perspective, it emphasizes the strengths and weaknesses of the formation based on the positioning of players on the field.

It follows with a comparison of the 1-4-2-3-1 formation against the most popular formations in modern football during matches. Key points in attacking and defensive tactics, as well as transitions against other formations, are analyzed in detail and clarity. The images accompanying the observations aid in the complete understanding of how to deal with opponents.

Finally, it presents in-depth (and with animation) 20 exercises for the implementation of the formation, which can help the coach convey the necessary technical and tactical elements to his team more easily. The realism of the exercises leads to immediate benefits and the quick assimilation of the 1-4-2-3-1 formation by the players.