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𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝟮 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗮𝗹𝗹-𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱? This Friday, Bundesliga 2 will kick off its 50th season with 1. FC Köln hosting Hamburger SV. For some, this feels like a Bundesliga match, one of many highlights this season, which will feature duels between fan favorites like Fortuna Düsseldorf, Schalke 04, and FC Kaiserslautern. Rumors suggest it might be the best Bundesliga 2 season ever. Again. Whatever that actually means. In terms of stadium attendance demand, this could be true, though, as Bundesliga 2 could surpass last year's spectator record of 8.8 million. This season, the 18 clubs can provide a total of 10.9 million seats, slightly more than last season. If utilization matches last year's level of about 83 percent, a new record is due next year. In fact, clubs could even afford to distribute slightly fewer tickets. However, there is no indication of such a potential decline in attendance demand. On the contrary, many clubs, including Greuther Fürth, Hertha BSC, and FC Magdeburg, have sold more season tickets than last year. Schalke 04 has already sold out all home matches in the first round. Additionally, Fortuna Düsseldorf’s 'Fortuna Für Alle' campaign will offer free tickets for four matches next season. Therefore, it’s likely that we will see a minimum of 9 million tickets distributed next year. Do you agree? Or is Bundesliga 2 overhyped? Let me know in the comments below...

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𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝟮, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗮 𝘁𝘄𝗶𝘀𝘁... Bundesliga 2 kicked off its 50th season last weekend with mostly packed stadiums, highlighted by a sold-out match between Köln and Hamburg. Other stadiums, including those in Berlin (48,591 distributed tickets) and Gelsenkirchen (60,534), also saw high attendance. Consequently, roughly 83 percent of all available tickets were distributed to fans, similar to last season's average. For those who follow my LinkedIn posts, this evidently strong interest in Bundesliga 2 should come as no surprise. The league attracted more fans than France's Ligue 1 last season, and this year, I anticipate ticket managers will distribute over 9 million tickets. This could theoretically position Bundesliga 2 to surpass Italy’s Serie A in attendance, though this remains a long shot. 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 A significant portion of these tickets are season passes, which are in high demand. According to Kicker, 13 out of 18 Bundesliga 2 clubs sold more season tickets than last season, while four maintained last season’s numbers. Only Darmstadt saw a decline, though the relegated club still distributed about 13,000 tickets, which translates into the largest percentage considering the club's relatively small capacity. Overall, the 18 clubs issued approximately 294,000 season tickets. Before the first match day, the ticket count was already around 5 million, representing about 51% of the available home (team) capacity. This excludes matchday tickets, which last year accounted for roughly half of all tickets. For context, these 5 million tickets are only slightly fewer than the approximately 5.4 million distributed in the 2014-15 and 2017-18 seasons. 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀, 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘁𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗴, 𝘁𝗼𝗼 However, the distribution of season tickets presents challenges. Season ticket holders typically miss three to four matches per season and tend to arrive later. Additionally, season tickets come with significant discounts, leading to smaller profit margins. 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱 Given these factors, one might question why clubs are issuing so many season tickets, especially if the demand for seats is that high. Perhaps the demand isn't as high as it seems. Survey research suggests that a primary motivation for purchasing a season ticket is not necessarily to attend every match or to receive a discount but to support the team financially and feel involved. Therefore, attendance demand, as indicated by season ticket sales, may be overestimated. Ticket executives likely recognize this and prefer the secure income from season tickets over the potentially higher but less certain margins from matchday tickets. As we'll likely see in the next weeks, this tendency is stronger in Bundesliga, though.

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𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗯𝗼𝗯𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀... Perhaps afraid of public backlash from their core support, German sports executives seem to hardly exploit the potential of non-price sales promotions, such as adding accompanying concerts and fireworks to the matchday experience or introducing matchday giveaways to increase stadium attendance demand. That's certainly different in Major League Baseball (MLB), where team owners use such promotions on average for about every third match. And there's one giveaway that undoubtedly stands out: Bobbleheads. Yes, you've read this right. 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀! I love bobbleheads. I mean, who doesn't? Right? Here are five things you need to know about MLB bobbleheads. 1️⃣ I'm not an expert, but 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘀𝘁: Jeffrey Cisyk and Pascal Courty, from whose empirical results I generously draw here. 2️⃣ According to Jeffrey, MLB teams, on average, 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵, and giveaways are relatively common. 3️⃣ You wonder why? Distributing giveaways (e.g., bobbleheads) 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗟𝗕 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱, on average, by about 10%. 4️⃣ Different strategies exist, and giveaways are not always guaranteed. It's common to distribute giveaways on a 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲, 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀 or to fans who bought special tickets. 5️⃣ Intriguingly, with bobbleheads, 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗶𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 (𝗶.𝗲., 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆), successfully nurturing demand and, thus, making some decent profit. Why's that? While bobbleheads, which are relatively inexpensive, attract new spectators (ticketing income), both new and existing fans might arrive earlier to matches (e.g., concessions income) to grab their figure. What's your perspective on such promotions, Rick J.? Have you ever considered distributing bobbleheads, Daniel Däuper? Would you want one, Mark A. H.?

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Bundesliga Matchday 03 Dortmund vs Heidenheim BvB build up and defensive structures 1st Clip: space creation through collective actions - Building numerical advantages in central areas -fullbacks remaining high and pinning markers - central defensive midfielders with capacity to recognize spaces to exploit through w\o possession players, allowing passing lanes to be possible receivers - Forcing opposing team to jump and leave gaps to open up passing opportunities ( GK retaining ball possession, forcing opposition marker to jump towards him) - Importance of moving diagonally to promote a faster and dynamic play through proper body orientation - staggering horizontal defensive line with possessor orienting body towards cb w\o possession, forcing marker to stay and not jump towards CDM. -Compressing ball zone with nearest CDM approaching closer to the ball, forcing opposition to jump and briefly dismarking over reference. - Time and Space to produce a 1v1 situation in attacking third through a long ball between CF vs Marker 2nd clip: defensive coordination and structure -1-4-4-2 midblock structure with staggered second line - fluid coordination with frontline and second line, forcing opposition to circulate through wide areas ( opportunity to overload or match numerical advantage) - dynamic jumps towards possessor and possible receivers, allowing to recycle ball possession. - Proper coverage from LW, LB and CDM to not allow time and space to opposition nearest players #BvB #BorussiaDortmund #bundesliga #heidenheim #footballcoach #footballtactics #futbolentrenador #tacticafutbol #fussballtaktik #footballanalysis #socceranalysis

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### Principles of Counter-Attacking Football** 1. *Defensive Shape and Organization*:   - Teams start with a compact and well-organized defensive structure, typically involving a majority of players behind the ball. This setup provides stability and readiness to absorb opposition pressure. 2. *Quick Transition*:   - The transition from defense to attack must be swift. Once possession is regained, the team looks to move the ball forward quickly to catch the opposition off guard. 3. *Target Player*:   - A key player, often positioned to receive the ball immediately after it’s won, plays a crucial role. This player needs to turn and make decisive passes or dribbles to initiate the counter-attack. 4. *Exploiting Space*:   - Fast players make forward runs into the spaces left by the opposing team. Timing and speed are essential to maximize the effectiveness of these runs. 5. *Numerical Advantage*:   - The attacking team aims to create a numerical advantage during the counter. This involves pushing several players forward to outnumber the opposition’s defenders. 6. *Speed and Precision*:   - Precision in passing and speed in movement are vital. Quick, accurate passes and rapid forward runs are necessary to maintain the momentum of the counter-attack. Bayer Leverkusen exemplifies these counter-attacking principles exceptionally well: - *Defensive Setup*: Leverkusen often defends with a compact shape, involving 8 players behind the ball to maintain organization and stability. - *Quick Transition*: Upon regaining possession, the target player receives the ball and swiftly turns to kickstart the counter. - *Forward Runs*: Leverkusen utilizes the pace of their players, with 5 players making sprinting runs forward to exploit the spaces left by the opposition. - *Execution*: The speed and precision of their passes and movements enable them to transition quickly from defense to attack, creating numerous scoring opportunities. By mastering these principles, Bayer Leverkusen has become a formidable counter-attacking team, demonstrating how effective this strategy can be when executed properly. #Football #Tactics #CounterAttacking #DefensiveStrategy #BayerLeverkusen #CoachingInsights Bayer 04 Leverkusen Simon Lackmann MADE WITH Once Sport

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Progress. All clubs want it But few clubs have discipline in the process, to progress consistently. Bernhard Seonbuchner, Sporting Director of FC Red Bull Salzburg on how they work with clarity & conviction: "When selecting our players we give a lot of importance to talent, but also to their ability to develop. We look for players who have never climbed Everest... but who truly want to climb it. Players who still have the peak of their ability. career ahead." "We want to offer them the opportunity to do so and at the same time benefit from it. The scouting department is quite small. We have less than 10 people. However, the market of players that interests us is not that large, since we have clearly defined objectives." "Furthermore, nowadays, the players are controlled in different ways: we use video a lot, relying on a large amount of very specific data. There's really no secret. It's a matter of talent and willingness to work hard." "We give the players the right confidence and that ultimately translates into a lot of playing time at a relatively high level." "We have a clear idea of ​​how we want to play and the development levels of the Red Bull Academy, the Youth League team and FC Liefering - which acts as a subsidiary - provide an optimal environment and generate the appropriate stimuli for the evolution of the players." [Marca] = Each week, I send one email with principles that sharp decision makers in football use to gain an edge. It's always short [5 minutes or less] & comes every Saturday morning. Join 1K+ leaders here: https://saturdaysd.gr8.com

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Are Bundesliga Clubs Getting It Wrong? Most people are missing something deeper. What These Transfers Really Tell Us: Strategic Targeting ↳ RB Leipzig bets on Openda’s potential. ↳ FC Bayern München boosts depth with Dier and Olise. Value Optimization ↳ FC Bayern München gets Dier at a smart price. ↳ Borussia Dortmund invests wisely in Brunner’s youth. Financial Flexibility ↳ RB Leipzig’s add-ons for Openda reward performance. ↳ Olise’s deal includes structured add-ons for Bayern. Youth Focus ↳ Borussia Dortmund Dortmund continues to nurture young talent. ↳ Bundesliga clubs mix experience with promising youth. But here’s the catch: Are these moves truly setting up success? Or just playing it safe? Is safe really the best strategy in this fierce market? Share your thoughts and let’s debate ↓

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🔵⚽ High Pressing Principles in a 4-4-2 Formation: The Manchester City Approach ### Key Principles of High Pressing in a 4-4-2 Formation 1. Coordinated Team Movement:   - Effective pressing requires synchronized movements from the entire team. The forwards, midfielders, and even defenders move as a unit to close down passing lanes and limit the opposition’s options. 2. Trigger Pressing:   - Specific triggers, such as a backward pass or a poor first touch, signal the team to initiate the press. Recognizing these moments is crucial for an effective high press. 3. Forcing Play Wide:   - The pressing team aims to force the opponent to play the ball wide, where the touchline acts as an extra defender and options become limited. 4. Blocking Passing Lanes:   - Players position themselves to block passing lanes, making it difficult for the opposition to play through the press. This often involves cutting off central options and guiding the play towards the flanks. 5. Compact Shape:   - Maintaining a compact team shape ensures that players are close enough to support each other, reducing the space the opponent can exploit and increasing the chances of winning the ball back. ### Manchester City’s High Press in a 4-4-2 Formation 1. Strikers Pressing the Center-Backs:   - In City’s 4-4-2 setup, the two strikers focus on pressing the opponent’s center-backs. This direct pressure forces the center-backs to make quick decisions, often leading to errors or Long passes. 2. Midfielder Following the Deep-Lying Playmaker:   - If an opponent's midfielder drops between the center-backs to collect the ball, one of City’s midfielders steps up to follow him. This prevents the deep-lying playmaker from gaining time and space to distribute the ball effectively. 3. Forcing Play Wide:   - The initial pressing action is designed to push the play towards the touchline. By doing so, City limits the opponent’s options and sets up traps along the flanks.   - The winger or midfielder who joins the press supports this by positioning themselves to block any potential pass back into the center, ensuring the opponent has fewer options. 4. Defenders Following Dropping Opponents:   - If an opponent drops between City's midfield and defensive lines, a City center-back will step up to follow him, preventing him from receiving the ball or Force him To go Wide    - Similarly, if an opposing winger drops deep to receive the ball, City’s full-back will follow him, maintaining pressure and denying space. 5. Compact Midfield Support:   - The midfielders maintain a compact shape, staying close to each other and the pressing forwards. This compactness allows City to quickly swarm the ball if it’s played into the midfield.   - The defensive line also steps up to keep the team compact and to prevent long balls over the top from being effective. #Football #Tactics #HighPress #DefensiveStrategy #ManchesterCity #CoachingInsights Once Sport Total Football Analysis

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How (un)profitable are German soccer clubs?⚽️🇩🇪 The DFL has released the income statements of all 36 Bundesliga teams for the 22/23 season. Below are the numbers for the teams that played in the 1st division. Key facts: - 16 profitable - 16 lost money - 2 teams broke even (Leverkusen and Wolfsburg) Highest revenues: - Bayern: 812 mio € - Dortmund: 498 mio € - Leipzig: 396 mio € The average profit margin for Bayern is about 4%, comparable to the aerospace and defense industry (5%). The average profit margin across all public markets is 8.5%. If you want to know why Union Berlin and Freiburg have higher profits than Dortmund and Leipzig despite having significantly lower revenues, listen to this week's episode of our Weekly Sports Business Briefing. Follow me (Mark A. H.) for more content on sports business, athlete stories + my entrepreneurial take. Behind the Athletes Podcast Moritz Gessl Pia von Nell

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𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝟮 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗲𝘀: 𝗛𝗮𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗱𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸? Last week, several websites released season ticket rankings for Bundesliga 2, and I shared some initial thoughts on this topic on Monday. Supporting the notion of imminent growth, many stories highlighted the increase in season ticket sales. For instance, Germany's leading sports magazine, kicker, noted that 13 Bundesliga 2 clubs sold more season tickets than last season, while four maintained their previous numbers. Only SV Darmstadt 1898 e.V., it stressed, distributed fewer tickets, suggesting that the club may have missed the mark. However, I believe this observation needs more context. As I mentioned in my previous post, Darmstadt still distributed the most season tickets relative to its stadium capacity—a staggering 73 percent. Considering that away team fans typically receive a maximum of ten percent of all tickets, it's clear that matchday tickets are a scarce commodity in Darmstadt. For a club with a relatively limited seat supply, such as Darmstadt, this scarcity can be problematic. Higher margins are achievable when distributing matchday tickets if seat demand is likely to exceed supply. Occasional visitors also spend more time in the stadium, and no-show rates are lower, meaning ancillary revenue is likely higher. While I am not privy to the club's ticketing strategy or whether the decline is due to reduced spectator interest, from my perspective, it makes sense that distributing fewer season tickets could be a strategic decision when finances are tight following relegation. In this regard, selling out the opening match against Fortuna Düsseldorf suggests the club is (as yet) already better off than with a new season ticket sales record. In the slide below, I rank the 18 clubs by the total number of distributed season tickets (left panel) and the relative share (right panel). Theoretically, Darmstadt has it right, and if it had been my call, the club would have distributed even fewer season tickets. Or am I missing something?

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Red Bull first got into football club ownership in 2005 with the acquisition of Austrian side RB Salzburg. Since then, they have invested in numerous sports and grown a multi-club football model which includes New York Red Bulls in the US, RB Bragantino in Brazil, and RB Leipzig from Germany. The Red Bull approach initially followed a stringent criteria and took a spin on traditional sponsorship in football, only acquiring clubs with potential for a re-brand and shared ethos. However, since the passing of its original founder in 2022, the group’s strategy shifted as the product of an overhauled management - and you could also say - today’s leveraged opportunities in sport This has led to Red Bull’s most recent deal for a minority stake in Leeds United with the club’s brand and current setup being recognised by the group as having ‘global potential’. Championship clubs offer investors accessible entry points into the Premier League with a minimum £140m gained on promotion, or £300m if relegation is avoided in the first season - not adjusted for any appreciation over coming seasons. If played right, it seems that English football may be the one that gives you wiings… 🪽

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"33 Principles that are Revolutionizing High Performance Football: Discover the Secret of the Pons Method to Transform Teams into Winning Machines" 33 principles of the Pons Method with their respective sub-principles explained Ordered and ensuring that each of these principles are aligned with your teams’ objectives, the specificity of football and the game model. 1. Principle of Specific Speciality Sub-principle of Adaptation to the Tactical Role: Adjust the preparation according to the specific role of the player in the game system (goalkeeper, defender, midfield, forward). Sub-principle of Unified Tactical Language: Ensure that the entire team uses the same vocabulary to facilitate communication. Sub-principle of Specific Speciality of the Technical Staff: Each member of the technical staff must fulfill their main objective (physical preparation, tactical analysis, etc.). When using the ball, they must prioritize the specificity of football and align with the head coach’s game model. 2. Principle of Gamification Sub-principle of Ludic Competition: Introduce competition dynamics in.... read more ⏬ https://lnkd.in/dPPUP2Am #instituteponsmethod #ponsmethod #davidponscoach #footballbusinessnetwork #thetotalfootball #footballmethodology #footballplayer #football #footballcoach #footballclub #footballclub #football #football #football #footballclubs #footballmethodology #ponsmethod #ponsmethod #innovationsmethod #SpecificSpecialty #SpecificGamification #AutomatedProcessCreation #SpecificRehabilitation #EmpatheticAndProgressiveSynchronicity #SpecificFragmentation #collectiveIndividualization #inclusion #IndividualizedSpecific #IntegralAndPersonalizedTechnologicalUpdate #ComplexDynamicAdaptability #EffectiveOptimization #AppliedSpecificNeuroscience #ponsmethodprinciples #ponsmethodimprovements #leversperformancemethodpons #footballbusinessnetwork #thetotalfootball

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Redefining Performance in Football “Principles are more important than shape and structure.” — Julian Nagelsmann The first question to ask is: What kind of football do we want to play? Football is inherently complex, which is why working within a clear framework is essential. We must first define the game we want to play, as this directly shapes our approach. Football is a continuous process of decision-making. As coaches, we can help players prioritize their options, enabling faster and smarter decisions. By focusing on intentionality, we strengthen the connection between individual players and the team as a whole. Once these fundamental ideas become a shared belief, we can gradually evolve, developing our main principles further. This involves adding complexity in a non-linear way and building a structure that nurtures creativity. Without this structure, creativity lacks the space to thrive. Clear principles make feedback more focused and impactful. As Roberto De Zerbi puts it, “To play good football, you need to have clear principles and the ability to make decisions that align with them. It’s about creating a system where players can interpret and respond to the game fluidly.” Every player has a unique style, but it’s the collective understanding of our principles that binds them together. When giving feedback, we should focus on the player's intent rather than the outcome. A coach who only evaluates outcomes, ignoring intentions, cannot effectively nurture talent. Our job is to create an environment where players are free to make mistakes and learn from them. Developing players involves recognizing potential and guiding its growth. We don’t just coach players; we also coach their minds and their hearts. Fundamentally, physical preparation in football is intertwined with our unique way of playing. Transforming a slow player into a fast one is often a "tall task," limited by their natural attributes. However, we can enhance their thought process and decision-making, making them quicker. This is where cognitive training plays a critical role. Training the brain is just as important as training the body. Through creativity—balancing freedom and discipline—players' perception and intelligence take center stage. Ultimately, the ability to interpret situations within a team concept and make adjustments in the “here and now” is the real measure of performance. The fluidity, then, is not random but unpredictably dynamic. #TacticalCulture #GameIntelligence #FootballInnovation #PlayerDevelopment

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Supporting The decision to use a hybrid pitch for the European finals, such as the UEFA Champions League final or the UEFA European Championship final, is often made to ensure optimal playing conditions for the teams and to meet the high standards expected for such prestigious elite matches. THE OLYMPIA STADIUM IN BERLIN IS AN HYBRID PITCH. A hybrid pitch typically combines natural grass with artificial fibers, woven into the natural grass. This combination is believed to provide a more durable playing surface that can withstand the wear and tear of multiple matches and events, especially in stadiums that host a high volume of elite games throughout the year. The use of a hybrid pitch can also help to ensure consistent playing conditions, even in adverse weather conditions or during periods of heavy use. This can be particularly important for major finals where the quality of the playing surface can have a significant impact on the outcome of the match. Overall, the decision to use a hybrid pitch for European finals is aimed at providing the best possible playing surface for the teams and ensuring that the matches are played at the highest level of quality and fairness. One would expect CAF to learn a thing or two from these finals if we really want to creat an opportunity for Africa to win the world cup because the world cup pitches are also hybrid pitches. AFCON need to be played on sustainable Hybrid pitches that can outlive the AFCON and showcase fairness between our refined Elite African players and our unrefined raw talents. It's easier for an unrefined footballer to adapt to a refined pitch in a short training section but its difficult for an elite player to adapt to an unrefined undulated pitch in short training section. The Remo Stars stadium hybrid synthetic pitch remain the best pitch for elite football in Nigeria. The Remo Stars stadium seating capacity might be too small for national team games but it can host all African elite Club side games with ease and even female national team games. Monimichelle.

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Jump and sprint force velocity profile of young soccer players differ according to playing position

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BUNDESLIGA BAYER LEVERKUSEN VS VFB STUTTGART VFB: - In open play build up structure of 2-1-3-3-1 with options in different heights + narrowness in last defensive line + second line - In successful build up, dynamic superiority sequence (third man play) in wide zone with RFB projecting in-behind pair after forcing jumps in short distance passes. - Stuttgart throughout the game, changed their 1st first and open build up with fullbacks in below and above positioning, staggered pivots, multiple times (4-2, 3-1, 3-2, 2-1) as a result of attempt to find different solutions against Leverkusen's anticipation + dynamic approaches off ball to obstruct their progression. Out of possession: -Stuttgart in a high block structure of 1-5-3-2 applying compression of spaces in second line from opposition in central + man marking towards CAM and WB to avoid Leverkusen to find nearest receivers in their constant rotation of build up structures, this time in a open play structure of 3-4-1-3 as GK is forced to direct build up. However, stuttgart would also use a 1-4-4-2 in different moments of the game. B04: - In their rotational build up structures against Stuttgart, Leverkusen would use a 3+3 and approach through wide zones as it would generally be liberated to approach with best receiver providing width as VFB applied a 1-4-4-2 midblock structure with keeping a compact in central channel, avoiding involvement of b04 double six's + possessor finding pass in-behind opposition high block with dynamic WB. - Leverkusen is one of the best positional based teams that have the concept of overload to isolate. As a result of it, moments of play where requirement to play with farthest receiver after forcing opposition to overload a certain zone was a solution. Out of possession: Leverkusen would be superb at obstructing Stuttgart's 1st phase build up progression with: - Anticipations - Numerical superiority in wide zones with narrow distances to avoid further progression wide zones - Forcing opposition to negative passes and successfully reading the pressing triggers activation - Individual + collective fluid Behaviors to regain possession. - Dictating opposition's progression. Stuttgart and B04 exploited each other weaknesses as B04 was heavily dynamic in contrast to stuttgart in constant moments of play. Nonetheless, Leverkusen lecture + organization to nullified VFB'S build up progression for the majority of the game + approaching with threat after 2nd ball recoveries were dangerous as well as exploiting their high defensive line. #BAYERLEVERKUSEN #B04 #XABIALONSO #BUNDESLIGA #STUTTGART #VFBSTUTTGART #SOCCERCOACH #FUTBOLENTRENADOR #FUSSBALLTAKTIK #FUSSBALL #FUTBOLTACTICO #SPORTSANALYSIS #MATCHANALYSIS

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⚽️ Insights on Muscle Injuries in Elite Football ⚽️ 👨‍🎓 Ekstrand 2024 Study: -Studied 58 clubs from 22 countries. -Data collected monthly across top clubs like FC Bayern München, Paris St.Germain, Real Madrid, and many more. 📊 Key Findings: -Muscle Injuries: 42% of 26,000 injuries, with hamstrings being the most frequent. -Re-injury Rates: 10% in men, 9% in women. -Hamstring Injuries: Account for a significant portion of injury absences. ⚡ Impact of Injuries: -Injuries lead to substantial financial costs and affect team performance. -A UEFA Champions League player’s month-long injury could cost a club up to €583,000. 🧠 Prevention & Recovery: -Clinical Examination: Essential for prognosticating return to play (RTP). -Imaging: MRI and ultrasound are valuable for assessing injury severity. -Rehabilitation: Structural injuries result in longer lay-offs compared to functional injuries. 💡 Risk Factors: -Fatigue: Both acute and chronic fatigue are major contributors. -Deficiency: Lack of preparation for game demands and inadequate recovery strategies. 👥 Role of Coaches: -Coaches play a crucial role in injury prevention through proper training and management of player loads. -Effective internal communication within teams is vital for reducing injury rates. 🔍 Future Focus: -Enhanced leadership styles, better communication, and tailored load management are key to minimizing injuries and optimizing player health. #football #physiotherapy #sportsphysio #soccer #sportsmedicine #concussion #hamstring #physio #healthyliving #strengthandconditioning #sportstherapy #rehabilitation #rehab #returntoplay

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