How to adapt training to different ages and stages of development in football

Modern football demands much more than natural talent. Understanding how a player evolves according to their age and stage of development is key to building solid and sustainable sporting careers. Each phase of growth presents different physical, cognitive and emotional needs, and failing to respect them can slow progress or even lead to early dropout from the sport. That is why adapting training is not a trend, but a fundamental pillar of modern development.

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• Childhood...