Easy Quote by Johan Cruijff
“Playing against 10 is harder than playing against 11 players. You know why? The team with 11 will think "ok, we can take it easy now", while the team with 10 will think "We really have to work hard now."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: “The Art of Football”, 1971
A team with fewer players works harder, while a full team may become complacent, affecting performance.
In simple terms: Fewer players spur effort; full teams may slack.
Cultivate a work ethic regardless of resources.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- coaching strategies
- team building
- training drills
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep a full team motivated?
- What practices prevent complacency?
Complacency can arise even with abundance.