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sarriball
What does sarriball mean?
A brand of quick, positional possession football emphasising verticality and intense build-up, named after coach Maurizio Sarri.
"When sarriball clicks it's a joy, all quick one-touch triangles."
Origin
Portmanteau of manager Maurizio Sarri's surname and 'ball'.
Frequently asked questions
What is sarriball?
It is a fast, possession-based attacking style built on quick one-touch passing, positional play and intense build-up, named after coach Maurizio Sarri.
Where does the name sarriball come from?
It is a portmanteau of the surname of Italian manager Maurizio Sarri and the word 'ball'.
Which clubs saw sarriball?
Sarri became famous for the style at Napoli and later applied it at clubs including Chelsea and Juventus.
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