Arbeloa: My job is not just to train players but to earn their trust

Alvaro Arbeloa, the Spanish manager of Fulham, has revealed his philosophy on dealing with players, emphasizing that a coach's role goes beyond technical and tactical aspects. It extends to understanding the player and treating them as a human being, drawing from his long experience as a football player.

Alvaro Arbeloa said: "My job is not just to train players, but to guide people as well. As a former player, I have lived through every detail of football and I know exactly how a player feels when he plays, when he sits on the bench, when he gets injured, and even when he enters the final year of his contract."

The Spanish coach explained that his previous experience on the pitch helps him understand the different circumstances a player goes through, whether they are a starter, a substitute, or facing an injury. He pointed out that recognizing these details gives the coach a greater ability to build a balanced relationship with his team members.

Arbeloa concluded his remarks by emphasizing the importance of the human aspect in a coach's work, stating: "Gaining the players' trust and building a human relationship with them is always the most important thing," in a message that reflects his view that a coach's success does not only depend on tactics on the pitch, but also on their ability to lead the group and earn the trust of its members.