One of the current trends in football is to work holistically across all the 'structures' that define a player (e.g., physical condition, technical-tactical skills, and cognitive abilities). While this integrative philosophy has sparked numerous training proposals, many lack a solid theoretical or scientific foundation, often leaning towards the flamboyant or even 'circus-like.'

A significant part of my career as a coach and scientific researcher has been dedicated to bridging the gaps in this field. Perceptual-cognitive training for football? Yes. But not just for the sake of it.

This is how I approach Perceptual-Cognitive-Motor (PCM) skills with my players.