Barcelona is world famousFootballclub, known for its outstandingAcademysystem is famous. InCruyffUnder the leadership, Barcelona has achieved the brilliant achievement of six crowns. During this period, many talented players emerged in the Barcelona team, and they all came from BarcelonaAcademyBattalion——La Masia。Hence Barcelona'sAcademyThe camp has aroused the yearning and adoration of young players all over the world. There, talented young players are professionally trained to become key players in the first team. Pep Guardiola,Puyol, Pique,Cesc FabregasHarveyIniesta, as well as the superstars of today's footballMessi, they are all BarçaAcademyOutstanding representatives of the battalion. Through hard work and perseverance, they have contributed immensely to Barça's achievements. Barcelona'sAcademyThe system prides itself on itFootballThe world has produced many top players and contributed to Barça's glory days.
However,AcademyThe success of the system also requires the support and affirmation of the first team. WhenMessiBy the time the young players came to the fore, Barcelona was in a virtuous cycle. Their first team demands results, but they don't overdo it. Barça's economy is relatively good, they are self-sufficient and can sign superstars, for:La Masiaof young players provide a good environment for growth. MessiBefore becoming famous, he gradually became the main player of the first team by playing in the second team. Their success has allowed Barcelona to maintain a strong squad. Although they don't have the big pockets of money that some wealthy clubs do, they are still able to compete in a tough areaLa Ligastand out. It's all thanks to:CruyffRightAcademyand the good operation of FC Barcelona.
However, with the change of the Barcelona club, the situation has changed. When Bartomeu took over, he squandered Barca's six-time fortunes, causing the club to fall into financial crisis. At the same time, he did not pay attentionLa MasiaThe development of players has led to many young players leaving Barcelona. Barcelona have missed out on a lot of top players as a result. This also made fans start to question Barcelona's tactics, and they felt that Barcelona was getting farther and farther awayCruyffThe beauty that is embracedFootballideas.
And after Laporta took office,La MasiaThe players finally got their chance to play for the first team. However, this became their grave. In pursuit of results, Laporta has made a decision to use young players, even if they are not mature enough in terms of physical fitness and experience. Such decisions will only put young players under premature play pressure and physical attrition. Laporta seems to focus only on achieving results, ignoring the protection of the physical and mental development of young players. In this case,La Masiaof young players fell victim to Barça's quest for the Six.
Fathi's example is most obvious. His body was too much of a drain, which eventually led to an aggravation of the injury. A similar situation has happened to other young players such as Gavi, Yamal and Giu. These players are all fromLa Masiaand they could have been likeHarveywithIniestaIn the same way, slowly grow into a top star in a good environment. However, they were hurt by the risky tactics of the club in a hurry. This is also the result of Laporta's values of trading young players for results.
It took just over two years for Barcelona to go from the cradle of genius to the grave of a superstar. This process made us reflect on Barcelona's development model and the direction of the team. As a huge club, Barcelona should not only pursue the slogan of results, but also pay attention to the physical and mental health and long-term development of players. La MasiaAs Barcelona'sAcademyThe base should provide the best training environment and development platform for young players. Clubs need to be clear about their goals and strategies, focusing not only on short-term results, but also on long-term development and player development.
Barcelona can learn from the experience of other clubs, such as:Bayern MunichAnd Ajax, etc., they are inAcademyThe system is very good. They focus on developing the technical and tactical abilities of young players, as well as their physical and mental health. Barcelona can improve themselves by partnering and learning from these clubsAcademylevel, better explore and develop the potential of young players.
In addition, for:La MasiaThe use of players should also be more prudent. Only when they have a certain level of physical fitness and technical and tactical ability should they be considered to play. Putting young players under too much pressure too early will not only affect their development, but can also lead to an increased risk of injury.
As a giant club, Barcelona should re-evaluate its own training model and development direction. AcademyThe battalion is the pride of Barça, but at the same time it needs the support and protection of the first team. Barcelona should stick to their philosophy and focus on the growth and development of young players, rather than just chasing short-term results. Only then will Barça be able to embark on a glorious path again.