Why Most Strikers Struggle… And How To Fix It with JP Owens

Free MSC Insider Trial - Sign Up Below: Most teams say the same thing: “We just need someone to score goals.” But what if the problem isn’t the player… it’s the understanding of the position? In this episode, Gary Curneen sits down with JP Owens (Ireland U17 Women’s National Team Performance Analyst & Shelbourne First Team) to break down the detail behind elite centre forward play. From movement in relation to teammates, to how the best strikers dictate passes rather than wait for service, this is one of the most in-depth conversations we’ve had on the role. We dive into: Why most forwards struggle to impact games The relationship between the passer and the striker How elite forwards “plot” movements before the ball arrives Practical ways to coach striker movement inside team sessions How to build a culture of player-led development using video and feedback If you coach or work with forwards, this will completely change how you see the position. Full Centre Forward Analysis Presentation (FREE): → Enter your details here and get 1 month free access to Modern Soccer Coach Insider

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Why Most Strikers Struggle… And How To Fix It with JP Owens is an episode from Modern Soccer Coach Podcast by Modern Soccer Coach.

This episode is 00:35:16 long.

This episode was published on Mar 24, 2026.

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