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Já falamos sobre o tema aqui, no passado, na sua origem, foco, influência e benefícios da Periodização Tática (PT), no Futebol. Agora, falando em Desenvolvimento Juvenil, há elementos que podem (e devem) ser considerados na abordagem dos princípios da Periodização Tática (TP) nestas fases mais jovens. Para começar, contextualizando, a PT é uma abordagem inovadora que integra o Treino Técnico, Físico e Tático, preparando os jogadores para um “Modo de Jogar” guiado e pré-definido. Portanto, os mesmos Princípios são (em… Read
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We have talked about this here, delving into the Tactical Periodization (TP) origin, focus, influence and benefits, in Football in general. (…) the differential aspect of this Methodology, once it focuses on the Knowledge of the Game, creating multiple situations for the decision-making process to be a core element of learning. Now, talking about Youth Development, there are elements that can (and should) be considered when approaching the Tactical Periodization (TP) principles at this younger stages. To start, providing some… Read
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Portugal is an unavoidable reference in World Football. I think there can be little doubt about this statement. Even though there is some difficulty in demarcating a specific Game Culture, this is perhaps also a Strength that no other Nation has equal to – being able to adapt and achieve results, above any Dogma. However, until now, influence has been almost exclusive to athletes and coaches. “(…) the mistakes of the past are being subject to observation, analysis and reflection… Read
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Portugal é uma referência incontornável do Futebol Mundial. Julgo que nāo podem haver grandes dúvidas sobre esta afirmaçāo. Mesmo tendo alguma dificuldade em demarcar uma Cultura de Jogo especîfica, essa talvez também seja uma Força que nenhuma outra Naçāo tenha igual – a de ser capaz de se adaptar e ter resultados, acima de qualquer Dogma. No entanto, até agora, a influência era quase exclusiva de atletas e treinadores. “(…) os erros do passado estāo a ser alvo de observaçāo,… Read
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If you read the literature, you will find that Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) models in Football are structured frameworks designed to guide the development of athletes from early childhood through to elite performance.These models emphasize a holistic approach to athlete development, ensuring that all physical, mental, and emotional aspects are nurtured throughout the athlete’s career. “(…) the focus on the performance factor at younger ages has become both a virus and disease in our culture – the winning-at-all-cost culture!” There… Read
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Obsession has a negative connotation attached to it. Just like daily work, endless effort, the inability to understand defeat, and the stubbornness to succeed no matter what. There’s an immediate attack from defenders of work-life balance! Not just in Portugal, but around the world. There’s more focus on well-being and the individual. Which is good, of course! Loving to win or not being able to tolerate defeat are two completely different things! But that doesn’t mean others are wrong! In… Read
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A obsessāo tem uma conexāo negativa associada. Tal como o trabalho diário, o esforço interminável, a incapacidade de entender a derrota e a teimosia em ter sucesso no matter what.Existe logo um ataque dos defensores do equilíbrio vida-lazer-trabalho! Nāo apenas em Portugal, mas em todo o Mundo. Existem mais preocupações com o bem-estar, com o indivíduo. O que é bom, claro! Gostar de ganhar ou nāo suportar a derrota, sāo 2 coisas completamente diferentes! Mas isso nāo pode significar que… Read
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In football, no two players are alike. Additionally, every one thinks they’re special. And they are in the sense of uniqueness. However, unfortunately to all of us that kept the dream of being among the best in the Game, we’re are not uniquely talented to reach that level. At least, not the great, great majority. Unfortunately. The stats are there, the chances of turning pro are really small (probably less than 1% in your country…) Therefore, more ways of getting… Read
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In the recent past, you may have heard me talking (or read, in this case) about Culture. To be completely honest, from University classes to small events throughout my life I’ve heard over and over the importance of understanding the culture of any given place or company before you step in the Office. I’ve never gave that much importance. Understand that the Academy is above all, against all the wishes of professional footballers (or any sport for the matter) and… Read
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At the start of an Academy, there are many challenges, without a doubt. However, once you completed the stage of understanding the Vision, Values and Objectives your Value Proposition is very clear now (or should). One of the crucial elements for the success of this journey is the Coach Development. Having Coaches that embrace the Vision, Values and Objectives of your Academy will save you a tremendous amount of work. Once the core (or hard) skills are there, everything else… Read
