Skills Vs Athleticism In Soccer

Here we go!  There is always a lot of talk around this topic in America.  Many think we focus too much on athleticism and that's why we struggle to compete with the rest of the world (on the men's side and yes, increasingly on the women as their game grows around the world).  Is this really true, though?  Is our focus on athletic traits the problem?  Before Cruyff arrived, Barcelona had a height requirement. Germany has size and speed minimums as well.  So what's the real problem? What matters more?  Get all your answers inside and become a better soccer player and better athlete today!