My Game series two: Ronaldo, Rodri and more EURO 2024 stars explain their craft
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
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UEFA's My Game video series is back, presenting an intimate guide to what it takes to thrive at the highest level from some of European football's top performers.
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A masterclass in elite football performance, the second series of My Game features exclusive interviews with Cristiano Ronaldo, Virgil van Dijk, Rodri, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Yann Sommer as they explain technical, strategic and mental aspects of their game – and fabulous footage of what sets these elite players apart.
Building on the first series, which featured the likes of Kylian Mbappé and Aitana Bonmatí, the second series of My Game was filmed at UEFA EURO 2024 and uses UEFA's technical footage to deliver detailed insights into match scenarios, player movement and tactics.
"As professional footballers we have to have the ability to adapt to different environments, to different formations. And also with age. When I was younger, I was a winger, a pure winger. And now I play as a forward. These positions require different moves, different skills, and a different type of strain. Only when you understand and know your body can you adapt to a high level of demand."
The series of films dissect decision-making, techniques and mental resilience, making them a valuable resource for coaches and UEFA’s national associations, but also a means to elevate understanding and appreciation for football across all levels of the game.
"Leadership is about how you present yourself, and what you do on the pitch. In addition, you have to lead and make decisions during the match, to make sure the rest of the team keeps going, and you have to do this, and I want to do this by taking responsibility."
“My Game is designed to present a unique perspective and fresh angles on some of the world's top football players," explained UEFA's head of technical education and development Olivier Doglia. "The primary goal is to deliver an in-depth technical analysis of these athletes, showcasing their impressive decision-making abilities, leadership qualities and tactical acumen.
"By highlighting these key attributes, the series aims to provide valuable insights that can be utilised by both players and coaches across all levels of football, from grassroots to elite. These videos serve as an educational tool, offering practical examples and strategies that can be applied to improve performance and understanding of the game."
"We know that the ball is much faster than any player, and that there are many players who are not naturally quick, but they are quick with the ball because of the way they treat it and how they shape their body and by anticipation the different situations of the game."
My Game is available to fans around the globe for free on UEFA TV. Series one featured a look into the minds of Kylian Mbappé, Manuel Neuer, Kevin De Bruyne, Lindsey Horan and Aitana Bonmatí.