Of course, we also have the responsibility to win games and the difficulty in the job is to combine both.
Meaning of the quote
As a coach, your main goal is to win games and be successful. However, you also have a responsibility to help your players develop and improve. The challenge is to find the right balance between winning and player development. You need to figure out how to win games while also giving your players the guidance and support they need to become better players.
About Arsene Wenger
Arsene Charles Ernest Wenger is a French former football manager and player who is currently serving as FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development. He was the manager of Arsenal from 1996 to 2018, where he was the longest-serving and most successful in the club’s history.
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