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  1. FIFA Club World Cup's Bright Silver Lining ⚽🏆

    07/04/2025

    FIFA Club World Cup's Bright Silver Lining ⚽🏆

    The FIFA Club World Cup is the worst idea ever implemented in football, Jurgen Klopp said recently. The manager of PSG, Luis Enrique, said the ball bounces like a rabbit. There has been a lot of criticism and negative PR against the FIFA World Cup. Hot weather, players not getting enough rest before the next season, empty stadiums, awful pitches, poor viewership numbers, and worst of all, Donald Trump asking transphobic questions to Juventus players in the White House. However, there has been one bright silver lining to it. Let me explain to you with an example. Auckland City FC, a team of part-time footballers, played one of the biggest clubs in the world, Bayern Munich, in an official FIFA tournament. Yes, the club got a handsome amount of money for participation, but there is something bigger than money. That’s hope. Because of the FIFA Club World Cup, now more and more football clubs and footballers can dream of playing in a major football tournament alongside the star footballers and famous football teams. In my opinion, this is a huge boost to football development across the world for both footballers and clubs. Now, more and more footballers can dream of playing at the international stage, which makes the sport more democratic, accessible and beautiful. Subscribe for more interesting stories. Website - https://1minfootball.com/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/1min.football/ Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@1min.football For collaborations, email us at info@1minfootball.com

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  2. What’s the difference between defending like an amateur team and defending like a professional team? 🤔

    05/18/2025

    What’s the difference between defending like an amateur team and defending like a professional team? 🤔

    How to Defend Like a Pro ⚽ Southampton’s Masterclass vs Man City 🙌 What’s the difference between defending like an amateur and defending like a professional? Last week, Southampton — bottom of the Premier League — showed us exactly that. Heading into the match, they were on track to match Derby County’s infamous record of just 11 points in a season. But a stunning 0-0 draw against Manchester City, the champions, helped them avoid that unwanted history. City dominated the game — 72% possession, 26 shots, 15 corners — yet they couldn’t find the back of the net. Why? Because Southampton finally did what they hadn’t done all season: they stuck to the basics. They didn't panic, didn't chase the ball blindly, and most importantly, they played as a unit. It wasn’t flashy, but it was effective. When amateur teams lose possession, they immediately press. Professionals? They drop back into position, stay compact, get behind the ball, and make sure every defender knows their man. It’s not about individual brilliance — it’s about tactical discipline and awareness. Remember – Defend in discipline, Attack in surprise. ⚔ Subscribe for more interesting stories. Website - https://1minfootball.com/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/1min.football/ Subscribe on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@1min.football For collaborations, email us at info@1minfootball.com

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