Liverpool U18s coach Rodolfo Borrell has stated he was very down after the FA Youth Cup exit to Manchester United. He told Liverpoolfc.tv:
“I have to admit I have suffered ever since that defeat. Over 10,000 supporters turned up to watch us win and we didn’t send them home happy. I know exactly how they felt because I have sat amongst them and watched the first team play. When we don’t win I know how they feel and how they react. I also know how much beating Manchester United means to them so I was really hurting after the cup game. That was the best support I have experienced in my entire time coaching at youth team level and that includes some great moments at Barcelona. It was very special so I was very down after the defeat.”
Borrell believes winning at youth level is still very important:
“I know there is an argument that at this level of football it is not about trophies and more to do with development. I agree that the number one priority is to bring through talent but I have always stood up for what I believe in – both at Barcelona and now here. I think winning is very important. If they develop with that habit then you will produce better players. There is a level of expectation that comes with figuring in one of the biggest teams in Europe and if they are used to that at a young age it will benefit the whole club. It’s all about nurturing a winning mentality if we want our first team to be successful and learning what it takes to triumph week in, week out is something that should not be underestimated. If we combine the development with that knack for picking up victories then we will be in a far stronger position.”
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Great coach, and man manager, I like his attitude
I agree! Good job mate!
Man you are doing a great job, I was there that day and we were by far the better team. We play good football and nice to see you turn them over the other day!!!!