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Do you play a big point, if your opponent doesn’t play strong enough?

Xin

Hi Coaches,

I wonder this subject and wanna share the opinions about “ If your team plays in your league or participate a tournament, the opposing plays maybe very weak in group, do you prefer to win a big win like more than 10-0 or 20-0, even you have already send your substitution to play?”

In my opinion, I don’t like win a big win. The kids have to enjoy the game and get involved. A no sweat victory can lull players into complacency, even contempt. The kids who lose the game will lost their confidence indeed, particularly in very young age.

If I was in a situation like this, I will ask the players to play using their weak foot, more reasonable 1v1 challenge and more passing and movement.

I want to hear more ideas. Thank you all.

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  • I tend to play the weaker players more and say for example move the stronger striker to defence. This helps both players as the striker can work on his defending and the weaker players can gain as much playing time and exposure as possible. If we’re 5-0 up I generally change it around. Midfielders in different positions etc 

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  • I tend to play the weaker players more and say for example move the stronger striker to defence. This helps both players as the striker can work on his defending and the weaker players can gain as much playing time and exposure as possible. If we’re 5-0 up I generally change it around. Midfielders in different positions etc 

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