"The Methodological Revolution in Football Training”: Beyond Rondo and ball possession.

In the world of football, the figure of the coach has evolved from being a mere exercise director to becoming a comprehensive strategist, capable of fusing tactical, physical and psychological knowledge to maximize the performance of his players. This transformation has not been a coincidence, but the result of a methodological revolution that has shaken the foundations of sports training.

One of my mentors used to state with conviction: “Nowadays, everyone trains well.” This statement, far from being an exaggeration, reflects a palpable reality from the influence of Johan Cruyff onwards. The global and comprehensive approach that he promoted has become a static norm in thousands of clubs, to the point that former elite players, upon hanging up their boots, instantly transform into “TOP coaches”, as if a magic wand granted them exquisite tactical wisdom and strategic ability overnight, knowing perfectly well that it is sometimes difficult for a player to change positions on the field, how he will be able to change his profession, his Prism, his vision 100% from when he was a player, now he does not take care of. He has to control, explain, all the positions in El Campo, he must be a leader among leaders, because today the management of the staff is very important, since this is the one who revolutionizes modern training management. And for this type of management a coach must know everything, to be able to lead, plan, facilitate. It's all much more complex than the recipe of having been a player, who already has a background, some experiences, and great data, but it's not enough, you have to overcome many stages, hitting the path, without shortcuts, for a select few. In fact, a very high percentage of those who try and fail in their first years abandon it, this abandonment says a lot about the easy and at the same time extremely difficult path they chose, probably not the right one.

The simplicity of organizing a rondo or possession session, complemented by basic concepts of physical and tactical preparation, seemed sufficient. But the reality is that football, as a reflection of life itself, demands more. The arrival of innovative methodologies, such as the Pons Method, has marked a before and after. These new approaches not only offer more efficient and productive training, but also act as a thermometer that measures the competence and depth of knowledge of the coach and his technical team.

The Pons Method, created by a coach and not by an analyst or physical trainer, highlights the importance of technology and Big Data being at the service of a solid methodology. The data must be relevant and define the success of the process, highlighting the most decisive game patterns and those small details that make the difference, those that only coaches with a background of varied experiences and constant learning can discern.

Faced with the comfort of the known and the temptation of the easy path, football, like life, raises a fundamental question: do we prioritize performance or appearance? The answer to this dilemma defines the trajectory of each coach and each team. The Pons Method is an ally in this quest, providing clarity and precision in a sea of data, and allowing focus and strategy to translate into tangible results on the playing field.

In conclusion, the Pons Method has come to add and multiply, but also to challenge and bring out our true abilities. In the face of uncertainty, stagnation and the risk inherent to success, my bet is clear: always for black, because in football, as in life, the brave are the ones who leave their mark.

Breathe football, breathe Pons Method.