# Gaffer - Football Tactics — Drills, Sessions & AI Planner

> Drills, Sessions & AI Planner (iPhone/iPad app by Frederik Gjørup Nielsen.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaffer-football-tactics/id6758610530 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Frederik Gjørup Nielsen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1873924955)
- Category: Sports, Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 78 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-04
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gaffer-football-tactics/id6758610530/reviews.md

## What is Gaffer?

Stop scribbling tactics on scraps of paper. Gaffer is the professional coaching toolkit that fits in your pocket — an all-in-one tactics board, drill library, session planner and match-day manager.

TRY EVERYTHING FREE FOR 7 DAYS
Every new coach gets 7 days of full Pro access — no card required. Create tactics, plan sessions, try the AI planner, export PDFs: the lot. After the trial you can keep exploring the tactics board and browsing the full drill library for free; saving your work takes Pro.

From the desk to the dugout, your plans follow you everywhere with seamless synchronization across Web, iPad, and iPhone.

INTERACTIVE TACTICS BOARD
• Pitch Versatility: Design plays for 11v11, 9v9, 7v7, or 5v5 formats.
• 3D Perspective: Switch to a vertical, tilted view to visualize your lineup as it appears on the pitch.
• Precision Tools: Drag-and-drop players, cones, and movement arrows to create professional tactical diagrams.
• Personal Playbook: Save and export your formations to share with your staff and players.

AI SESSION PLANNER & DRILL GENERATOR
• Instant Sessions: Describe your tactical goal and let the AI "Assistant Coach" generate a complete 90-minute training plan.
• Tailored Complexity: Drills are automatically adjusted based on your team's specific age group and ability level.
• Full Curriculum: Covers passing patterns, high-pressing, set-piece routines, and transitions.
• Custom Library: Edit and save AI-generated drills directly into your personal folder-based library, alongside 160+ built-in drills.

SQUAD & MATCH MANAGEMENT
• Digital Roster: Manage player profiles and track fitness doubts or availability in real-time.
• Microcycle Calendar: Schedule your entire season and link specific training sessions to every event.
• Match-Day Ready: Prepare set-piece routines and match-specific tactical plans to share with your assistant coaches.

BUILT FOR THE REAL DUGOUT
Gaffer was created by a UEFA B-licensed coach who wanted to spend less time on paperwork and more time on the pitch. Whether you lead a Sunday league side or a youth academy, Gaffer provides professional-grade tools without the professional price tag.
• Works Offline: Access your drills and tactics at the training ground, even without a connection.
• Multi-Language: Available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish.

SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS
Gaffer offers a free 7-day trial. After the trial, choose the plan that fits your needs:
• Pro ($9.99/month or $99.99/year) — Tactics board, drill library, squad management, and match planning.
• AI+ ($19.99/month or $199.99/year) — Everything in Pro, plus AI-powered session generation and unlimited AI features.
Prices may vary by location. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Apple ID account settings.

Terms of Use: https://gafferapp.net/terms
Privacy Policy: https://gafferapp.net/privacy

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| AI+ Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| AI+ Yearly | $179.99 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $89.99 | per year |
| AI Coach Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| AI Coach Yearly | $49.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.2 — 2026-08-31

• Your calendar is safer: a training session you created is never mistaken for sample data and removed
• Clubs: deleting a founder's account no longer affects the club, and coach seats are counted correctly
• Club invitations now reach the right coach, whichever email they signed up with
• The club admin screens load faster
• New coaches reliably receive their welcome email

### 2.5.0 — 2026-08-12

• All-new welcome experience: watch a session come alive on the board
• New in Settings: turn training reminders on or off anytime
• We now tell you before your first reminder — no surprises
• Polish and fixes throughout

### 2.4.9 — 2026-08-11

• Training reminders: get a nudge the evening before each session — your plan, ready to go
• Set your weekly training days during setup and see your next session right on the dashboard
• New AI plan meter shows your free monthly plans at a glance
• Fixed: free AI session plans now work on iPhone
• Faster, smoother, and more reliable throughout

### 2.4.8 — 2026-07-10

Minor under-the-hood improvements and stability fixes.

### 2.4.7 — 2026-07-09

Calendar reliability pass. Imported calendar feeds (iCal) now handle recurring fixtures, all-day events, and time zones correctly, and your events stay in sync between the web app and your iPhone. Editing recurring events is clearer too, including proper "this and future" changes. Plus fixes and refinements. Also new: links from emails and the website now open straight in the app, error messages are clearer and easier to act on, and you can report a problem to support directly from the app.

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All apps by Frederik Gjørup Nielsen: https://appshunter.io/developer/1873924955

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