Possesion and build up..

Possession and Buildup

Passing
There is a popular saying that states "If you can't pass, you can't play football". The ball can be kicked at speeds over 100 kilometers per hour! Passing is therefore a quick and energy-efficient way of moving the ball between teammates and exploiting possession. Defending against a team that can pass the ball well requires a considerable amount of work. Without team-wide defensive organization, physical and mental toughness, dealing with opponents who can dominate possession can be very frustrating.
As a coach, you should discuss with your team how you want them to move the ball and buildup attacks. Decide what would work best for your team: to knock the ball around the entire pitch or to make direct passes toward the enemy goal.
From a tactical standpoint, passes into space usually serve two objectives - they advance the ball forward and propel more attackers into enemy territory. It is no coincidence that direct attacks or counterattacks are built with passes into space. Conversely, passing at the feet of a teammate gives him the freedom to alter the direction of play according to his perspective rather than head straight for goal. He must further operate with the ball and/or hand it over to another teammate. This process usually demands the involvement of a higher number of players.
Another factor to consider is the latency of our pass. In you are playing sweeper, for example, you don't want to pass the ball to another fullback who is marked. If he is open, give him the ball early because the more you wait, the more pressure will be put on him.

Control
Controlling the ball has a wide range of functionality and is essential for players of all positions. Control increases one's comfort level when handling the ball. That renders it very useful in situations where safety is needed. Sometimes, like when dealing with hard or high passes, it's eminent to use it. When used skillfully, control can get us away from dangerous pressure zones. Control can also be used to delay play and draw in enemy pressure. It is very important to have an accurate first touch because it determines to large extent the outcome of our following touch (it can even deter us from having such). Control must be applied in resect to the available space and time. Tell your players individually when and how to use control - in which areas of the field do you want them to hold the ball and where do you expect them to play quickly.
While sometimes it is better to control the ball into safety and deal with it carefully other times require quick execution. Deciding which to choose impacts team tactics. Defenders should work the ball with minimum risk, and therefore employ safe control along with shielding. Using unpolished or perilous techniques must be limited to a minimum. This will decrease possible errors at the back, which can be very costly. Midfield is a place where some experimentation should be utilized. At the attacking end, improvisation is a key element of success.
Statistics show that quick attacks are frequently more productive, meaning that using control too much may hinder our chance for success. That doesn't mean that when attacking we should rush the ball forward. Counter attacks or combinations in the final third require fast ball work while in the defensive third, we need to slow down and focus on possession and accuracy.

Dribbling
Operating on the field means using a variety of skills. Dribbling is the method used for transporting the ball from one point to the other. Tactically, it serves the same purpose as passing so it should be treated the same way. There is no sense in discouraging effective dribbling. For example, your attacks could be much more dangerous if you employ good dribblers who can carry the ball forward. Put your best dribblers on the flanks. Beating opponents on the wings causes more discomfort for the opposition by pulling out enemy defenders from the middle.
From a tactical point of view, dribbling is a way of repositioning the ball on the pitch. There are three main repercussions caused by this movement - manipulating the direction/position of enemies who are drifting towards the ball, beating defenders one-on-one and improving one's current field perspective by opening shooting/passing angles.
Fullbacks may carry the ball forward during the early stages of buildup to bring out opposing players and thus stretch out the compact enemy formation. In midfield, where most enemies are tightly concentrated, dribbling is good for opening passing lanes. Attackers and wingers apply dribbling to beat defenders and avoid their pressure. This allows them to shoot or cross the ball unhindered.
Essentially, dribbling is used in all areas of the field with varying purpose. On the flanks or in the final third beating an opponent can be of great advantage. In a condensed midfield dribbling opens passing lanes or shift the concentration/direction of enemy players. Overall, this skill is valuable in all positions and provides different advantages.

Support
Giving support mean proving options for the ball carrier with the intent of preserving team possession. Without off-the-ball movement it is impossible to make sensible use of the ball. Be very specific and give examples to your players of how to provide support. In attack, it is better to stretch the game wide.
When your team is in possession, there should always be at least one or two players who check to the ball by moving towards the ball carrier. The best way to check for the ball is by running back, in direction to the sideline (so that you eventually become square to the ball carrier). This pulls apart the enemy defense.