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“The problem in football is that you learn how to play [the wrong] way round - first execution, then decision making and perception last.“
Great article, perception is indeed such a crucial part for becoming a pro. I have seen a https://trainingground.guru/articles/arsene-wenger-top-players-have-radars-in-their-heads
Great article, perception is indeed such a crucial part for becoming a pro. I have seen a https://trainingground.guru/articles/arsene-wenger-top-players-have-radars-in-their-heads
few players playing in the youth teams of professional clubs who didn’t make it and are now playing lower league football. Even though they have a great skillset and their athleticism is on point their perception seems to be the weak point. This is a small sample observation.
However, perception is so crucial for quick decision-making, so it is most likely the case that they failed to make it to the pros because of the lack of perception and information gathering.
Another point I‘ve observed is that even though players have great skills, they often don’t know how they can use it. A lot of players did not learn how to manipulate an opponent, how to create pressure, how to move the opponent and
How to find a free man. I want to stress that we have to rethink our youth development approach (at least in Germany). Scanning and perception as the basis along with technic for decision-making. Furthermore, we coaches not only have to teach technic but also
Help players understanding the game. Therefore, bring your players in situations in training in which they have to make decisions under pressure. And teach them principles rather than saying how one should solve situation x. Whah do you think?
