Cincinnati United Southeast Soccer Association

There are many psychological factors that are often demonstrated by top players: Total dedication, the ability and willingness to listen and absorb information, motivation, concentration, mental control, stress and anxiety management. High levels of intellectual abilities on the pitch such as creativity, intuition, judgement and knowledge are part of a professional players make-up. Emotions and temperament are also vital to successful performance: controlled aggression, composure, decisiveness, extroversion and introversion, impulsiveness and courage. Similarly, social skills are indispensable, the acceptance of norms and values, loyalty and team spirit are all required and all footballers must always accept that no player is bigger than the team or club.