Key Values Every Aspiring Professional Soccer Player Needs

April 16, 2018
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What does it take to become a professional football player? While talent is crucial, the core values a player embodies can significantly influence their career trajectory. At Spain Rush-SPF, we believe in nurturing not only skilled athletes but also well-rounded individuals who uphold strong ethical and social values.


Here are the six key values that we consider essential for any aspiring professional football player:


  • Fair Play: At SPF, we emphasize that professional football players must display exemplary behavior, regardless of whether their team wins or loses. This commitment to fair play is fundamental for anyone looking to compete professionally.
  • Friendship: Success in sports and personal happiness are heavily reliant on forming solid, enduring social connections. We foster an environment that promotes strong bonds within the team, enhancing locker room camaraderie and on-field synergy.
  • Effort: "Talent is 1%, effort is 99%," is a motto we live by at our academy. We instill in our players that there are no shortcuts to success—their daily commitment and hard work are what will truly help them achieve their goals.
  • Teamwork: Teamwork is critical, not just in football but in all aspects of life. Our players learn to collaborate effectively with others, understanding that the collective effort of a team is greater than the sum of its individual parts.
  • Coexistence: At SPF, players learn the importance of coexisting harmoniously with their teammates. This value not only strengthens team bonds but also enhances overall team performance.
  • Humility: When we look at football legends like Iniesta, Puyol, Buffon, and Steven Gerrard, humility stands out as a common trait among them. We teach our players that humility allows them to remain open to learning and improving continually.


These values form the backbone of our training philosophy at Spanish Pro Football Academy. They are critical not just for success on the field but for personal development off the field as well.


What values do you think are essential for a professional player? Share your thoughts with us, and if you're interested in learning more about our approach to developing professional football players, contact us at info@spanishprofootball.com.

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