#player-development

#player-development

The VAR concept of clear and obvious errors is clearly long dead. Waving off a foul with a clear view of it should not enter the domain of VAR, pretty much ever.

I think it was good. Came up, obviously a young guy, didn't really know what to expect. Obviously struggled at the start. Being in a new clubhouse, being around guys who had show time, kind of everything, playing against better competition. I think just getting up here, getting my feet wet, it made the transition coming into this year super easy, just because I'm pretty comfortable.

Heimir Hallgrimsson's approach to the friendly match against North Macedonia could be indicative of his overall coaching strategy. The players seemed disinterested, reflecting a lack of engagement that is concerning for future performances.

"How much is it going to cost us? That's the conversation. You've got to lead with that. Because you don't really want to waste your time."

Marcelo Bielsa's Leeds United were unique. His system elevated individuals beyond their usual standard, maximised their strengths, and created a platform where players could look like world-beaters almost overnight.

Pages improved in many major categories at the plate, batting .272/.313/.461 with 27 doubles, 27 home runs and 86 RBI, which translated to a 113 wRC+.