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“In the midfield, I'm not the most comfortable playing with my back to the goal, and in the midfield you find that ball a lot.” quote by DeAndre Yedlin
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“In the midfield, I'm not the most comfortable playing with my back to the goal, and in the midfield you find that ball a lot.”

DeAndre Yedlin

About This Quote

Source Interview: ESPN Soccer Talk, 2021

Playing with back to goal feels uncomfortable, yet midfield demands frequent ball handling, highlighting positional challenges.

In simple terms: Back-to-goal is uneasy; midfield requires ball control.

Key Takeaway

Adapt positioning to improve confidence.

Themes

sports confidence positioning

Mood

determined focused

Type

motivational instructional

When to use this quote

  • team drills
  • match play
  • training sessions

Key Concepts

spatial awareness skill adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you train to feel comfortable in that stance?
  • What drills help ball control in tight spaces?
A Different Perspective

Comfort may not translate to performance under pressure.

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