The Chalkboard

Recurring graded decision drills — read the scenario, make the call, see how it scores.

Chasing the Game

• 83rd minute, 0-1 down at home

  You're a goal behind with seven minutes plus stoppage left, playing at home. Your side still has shape but has created little in the final t…

• 1-1, 70th minute, opponent down to ten men

  The scoreline is level and the opposition have just had a player sent off. There's a real chance to press the extra-man advantage, but your …

• Extra time, 2-2, your keeper just saved a penalty

  Cup tie, extra time, level at 2-2. Your goalkeeper has just saved a penalty and the ball is loose near the box with your side already sprung…

Set-Piece Sense

• Defending a wide free kick, 1 goal up, 6 minutes of added time

  The opponent has a free kick from the right wing, deep into stoppage time, and you're protecting a one-goal lead. They have two big central …