At a young age winning is not the most important thing… the important thing is to develop creative and skilled players with good confidence.
Meaning of the quote
The quote means that when you're young, it's not as important to focus on winning as it is to develop your skills and confidence as a player. The coach wants young players to be creative and learn how to play well, rather than just trying to win all the time. This will help them become better players in the long run.
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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