meaning, but also tell those players how they want them to play that position, where they want them to be, how they want them to be used, how to attack, etc.

And don't underestimate the importance of getting the right players on the field in the right positions. It's not as simple as basketball and football where just getting the "best" players on the field is what matters. I think in soccer the way the players complement each other and play together is more important than in those other two sports, for example.

I'm a life long soccer player, but I'll admit I'm not super technical in my knowledge.