20 Tips from a Current Pro Footballer

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  • Опубліковано 12 чер 2024
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    Timestamps:
    0:00-0:34 - Intro
    0:34-1:25 - Hello Fresh
    1:25-2:12 - 1. Don't Be a Dick
    2:12-2:36 - 2. Learn Pressing Triggers
    2:36-2:58 - 3. Stay on the Roller Coaster
    2:58-3:27 - 4. Watch One Game a Week
    3:27-3:50 - 5. You'll Never Be Perfect
    3:50-4:25 - 6. Analyze Your Touches
    4:25-4:48 - 7. Eat "Real" Food
    4:48-5:02 - 8. What Gets Tracked, Gets Improved
    5:02-5:31 - 9. Have Multiple Back-Ups
    5:31-6:03 - 10. Train with Players Better Than You
    6:03-6:25 - 11. Constantly Compete
    6:25-6:57 - 12. Increase Your Value as an Asset
    6:57-7:56 - 13. Keep Your Training Simple
    7:56-8:32 - 14. Being "Good Enough" is Just Step One
    8:32-8:58 - 15. Everyone Has Self-Doubt
    8:58-9:33 - 16. Do the Boring Stuff to Recover
    9:33-10:05 - 17. There is no Perfect Routine
    10:05-10:26 - 18. Find What Works for You
    10:26-11:03 - 19. Learn Your Body
    11:03-11:30 - 20. You Only Get One Career
    11:30-11:52 - Outro
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    Name: Matt Sheldon
    Age: 30
    Height: 6' 0"
    Weight: 170 lbs
    Nationality: USA
    Job: Professional Soccer Player
    Current Team: Hartford Athletic
    Current League: USL Championship (USA 2nd Tier)
    Last Team: Charleston Battery
    Previous Teams: FC Tulsa, Tulsa Roughnecks, Waterside Karori FC, Saint Louis FC, Orange County Blues, SG Kinzenbach
    Position: RB/LB/RM
    College: UC Davis (D1)
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  • @muhammadsalmankhan5552
    @muhammadsalmankhan5552 Рік тому +49

    "Pros are just amateur footballers that make better decisions with the ball more consistently at a faster place" - Loved it 😍

  • @11Skill
    @11Skill Рік тому +272

    I have always wanted to play football at a decent competitive level, even if it's just semi pro. Although Ive never played in any sort of developmental or academy set up. However I decided to trial with a second division reserve side in my country, and while i was eventually cut from the team, playing with higher level players for a month was so beneficial, I became a much better player in that short space of time, and i became so much more confident in my abilities as I started to feel like I could compete with the rest of the players in the squad

    • @kiarn937
      @kiarn937 Рік тому +3

      Why don't you join another team

    • @nemesiz762
      @nemesiz762 Рік тому +6

      keep trying, bro you got this.

    • @alius2sheisty
      @alius2sheisty Рік тому +8

      I play semi pro and before I even made the team I had only been on 2 club teams, hs teams and a rec team, I had never been on an academy, now I'm on a semi pro team, academy team and a club team my point is patience is incredible and God is great 🙏✝️

    • @milanista5303
      @milanista5303 9 місяців тому +4

      Same exact thoughts here. I know I'm likely not becoming pro, played footy from 7 to 14 then quit until I reawakened at 19 (now), might be too late. Even so I want to push my limits and achieve even a fragment of my childhood dream and the sport I love, I don't want to leave regrets knowing what "could've" been if I never tried. At least if I try my absolute hardest and fail, I know that I'm not leaving regrets.

    • @pothead2194
      @pothead2194 7 місяців тому

      @@milanista5303it’s never to late bro unless you in your 30s , keep pushing and keep working , hope you make it 🙏🏽

  • @georgereis5588
    @georgereis5588 Рік тому +49

    This episode is great. Amazing knowledge and advice. Our son has left Canada and been going for it since he was 15 in Europe. He’s 19 now. The ups and downs mess with your head so much. I think when he watches this tonight it will reassure him he is on the right path.

  • @behithebot573
    @behithebot573 Рік тому +79

    Seriously the best video I ever saw,I'm playing u20 in my state rn(highest division of u20 in state)
    I played 10 minutes/900 in u16
    90/900 in u17
    100/900 in u20 first year
    And this year passed I played 950/1800 mins
    Gonna be captain next year,saw tons of improvement in the last 2 years
    Hopefully,I believe, i can make it...

    • @carpediem9037
      @carpediem9037 Рік тому +8

      You got this

    • @philipohippo
      @philipohippo 3 місяці тому

      update?

    • @behithebot573
      @behithebot573 3 місяці тому +1

      @philipohippo was a good year,I wasn't the captain, I played 21/22 games in under 20 top division of my state.
      We got third on goal different and fight till last game.
      We had a second u21div which we got champion and won it all!my first ever trophy...
      And promoted to first division which unfortunately we got 3rd in our group of 5 and didn't qualify for next round, I'm in break now,overall it was a very hard year,but I really progressed a lot,im very grateful for that,will slowly start my training on my weaknesses which was heading and clearance also heading in attacking scenarios.
      Played almost 2900 min in 3 competition
      Looking for the next one.

    • @behithebot573
      @behithebot573 3 місяці тому

      In terms of how much played out of full games,
      I played 30/34
      21/22 of u20 top division,I was suspended for yellow cards for one match
      Missed 2 match in second division u21 because my cards had issues and they didn't let me play for some rule thing which club got it solved
      And played 7/8 in the top u21,missed one due to injury.

  • @uhsaamo
    @uhsaamo Рік тому +222

    Vardy definetly eats pretty differently 😂

  • @harrydavison5171
    @harrydavison5171 Рік тому +84

    The effort that Matt puts into these videos is remarkable, thank you for helping us better ourselves as people and as players ❤️

    • @andrearico-mb5lr
      @andrearico-mb5lr 7 місяців тому +1

      Romans 8:38-39
      And I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow-not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love. No power in the sky above or in the earth below-indeed, nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God that is revealed in Christ Jesus our Lord. 💗😊😊

  • @jasondinosoccer
    @jasondinosoccer Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for this video! I found the tips extremely helpful. It’s not easy to balance the different areas of training but keeping it simple and always learning was great advice for me! Have a great day Matt! 🙌

  • @Mattias-bn4zh
    @Mattias-bn4zh Рік тому

    Matt thanks for always giving us valuable information, your knowledge and experience is really appreciated by the whole community!!

  • @jasonsnider1897
    @jasonsnider1897 Рік тому

    Matt, your videos are always entertaining and full of great info. Thanks for sharing your journey!

  • @andy2litt995
    @andy2litt995 Рік тому +2

    YOU ARE THE GOAT FOR CREATING THIS VIDEO‼️‼️‼️

  • @davep4240
    @davep4240 Рік тому +10

    Another Great game on Saturday Matt. Not sure how you guys have the energy afterwards too sign autographs but it was much appreciated.

  • @joshuasipple5522
    @joshuasipple5522 Рік тому +5

    Dude, it's been a minute since I last watched one of your videos, but some part of me lit up like a Christmas tree, when I heard your signature opening (0:24) and just made me smile. You just have such a positive presence, that it just makes me feel optimistic and happy. Keep doing your thing, man. You rock.

  • @khush1894
    @khush1894 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video Matt, wish you the best in your future.

  • @VeerRavikant
    @VeerRavikant Рік тому +2

    Truth be told, I've done a lot of research, read a lot of self help, done a lot of training mental and physical, and somehow, still manage to get down. It's only with the help from my friends and information from people like you that I realise, at the end of the day everybody is human, and not everyone is one and the same and that everybody has different paths to go on. Some people reach the end goal faster than others and some maybe a bit later, but the main thing is to not give up at any cost and enjoy the life one has set their hearts on, through the ups and downs. This video has opened my eyes at a time when I needed it the most, hope you continue to make videos like this, young/old ballers out there need this... 🤩

  • @fabrizio-evans
    @fabrizio-evans Рік тому

    Thanks Matt. Really good advice to pass onto my son. I love your channel. Keep it up :)

  • @worldoffootball7419
    @worldoffootball7419 Рік тому +1

    Never knew I would listen to a full video like this but thanks a lot

  • @BryanContreras-np3os
    @BryanContreras-np3os Рік тому

    much needed. this journey is tough thanks man.

  • @LearnologyHub10
    @LearnologyHub10 Рік тому +2

    Matt tbh this was an amazing video . I am gonna watch this video 2 more times .Create a part - 2 if there is more Tips .You r the Man 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 keep going .....
    Luv ❤❤❤

  • @joeljohnson5695
    @joeljohnson5695 Рік тому

    Man this guy never disappoints, some great tips given. Truly does help a lot. GBU!

  • @user-ei9wx3xx3m
    @user-ei9wx3xx3m Рік тому

    Thank you, Matt! Always helpful tips for younger football generations!

  • @OmarRomero-xv7ys
    @OmarRomero-xv7ys 10 місяців тому

    Once again, this video provided first rate insight, focuses on just keeping it simple, being consistent, and doing the work. I am grateful that my son, and thousands of other aspiring players can benefit from your genuine willingness to share lessons learned. if you ever decide to open an academy once your playing days are over, we will fly almost wherever to come train with you! Keep it up and good luck with your new team!

  • @whyamiblessed3665
    @whyamiblessed3665 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing the experience and wisdom.
    Wish you the bests

  • @rafaelolmedo4814
    @rafaelolmedo4814 Рік тому

    appreciate the video this clears up everything i going through at the moment

  • @magnismarason9651
    @magnismarason9651 8 місяців тому

    Thank you I have been dealing with self doubt but this got me going again keep up the good work 👍

  • @fromcollegetopro
    @fromcollegetopro Рік тому

    You are one of the BEST RESOURCES out there. 🐐

  • @nejifs9182
    @nejifs9182 Рік тому

    great video and a very calming presence

  • @thyaka
    @thyaka Рік тому

    Thank You, this was very much needed

  • @mannyb7949
    @mannyb7949 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for mentioning #4, I used to watch games just for the sake of it but now I have the habit of watching and analyzing games, which in turn has helped me a lot on improving my game and demeanor while in the pitch (at my age, I still play soccer at amateur level and I can say I play better now than 10 years ago).

  • @aroys900
    @aroys900 Рік тому +1

    love it! thank you very much!

  • @thefootballfolk
    @thefootballfolk Рік тому

    Mateeee! This is so good! A lot of young players could learn a bunch from this! Thank you

  • @heybroski2853
    @heybroski2853 Рік тому +2

    Yess blud glad I could find this video before school 💯🫡

  • @peremoweiuguafakwu2861
    @peremoweiuguafakwu2861 8 місяців тому

    Real helpful. Thanks 👍🏾

  • @sonny22
    @sonny22 Рік тому +2

    This is so helpful especially when you said you need a thumb up 👍 from different levels of management in the team

  • @kmqmcse
    @kmqmcse Рік тому +14

    Matt you do so much for the soccer community. Thank you bro

  • @supr3m367
    @supr3m367 Рік тому

    Very helpful video will be rewatching again and trying to follow some of the tips

  • @jordanbamidele7981
    @jordanbamidele7981 Рік тому

    I appreciate this video because you are showing experience in game and definitely learning a lot off this video because young players myself working up the ladder keep up the great ethic god blessed you 🙏❤️

  • @onlyseb1652
    @onlyseb1652 Рік тому

    Love you Matt such an inspiration bro

  • @Dossou2625
    @Dossou2625 Рік тому +1

    Matt I have watched you for 6 years, I love your channel I hope I can meet you one day❤️❤️

  • @carpediem9037
    @carpediem9037 Рік тому +1

    Great vid. You are a Gem 💎

  • @pinkivy0606
    @pinkivy0606 Рік тому

    Thank you so much, this video helped a lot.👏🏻

  • @davidkarunarathna3462
    @davidkarunarathna3462 Рік тому +1

    Yaiii happy time I'm so happy because before going to training I'm watching your video😱

  • @sammullett17
    @sammullett17 Рік тому +1

    Great video! Very helpful ⚽👍

  • @nguyentiennhat354
    @nguyentiennhat354 Рік тому +1

    what a great conclusion of your many years playing football!

  • @ElenaKermanshahiboddohi-fe4sz
    @ElenaKermanshahiboddohi-fe4sz 9 місяців тому

    I think you are the best in helping

  • @boybandit6129
    @boybandit6129 Рік тому

    Absolutely brilliant! Thank you.

  • @hassnainsaeed8138
    @hassnainsaeed8138 Рік тому +1

    Sir Love you you are one of my inspiration

  • @abdoelgrisy2436
    @abdoelgrisy2436 Рік тому

    really liked these tips thank you for sharing it to us❤❤

  • @isaacscheersoccer734
    @isaacscheersoccer734 Рік тому +1

    Great video Matt

  • @mjrsoccer85
    @mjrsoccer85 Рік тому

    Well said!

  • @Angelo-yl2yg
    @Angelo-yl2yg Рік тому

    Thank you my sensei and I am proud of your journey :)

  • @asadullahdaud8578
    @asadullahdaud8578 Рік тому +1

    Great video 👍🏼

  • @NoahCavanaugh
    @NoahCavanaugh Рік тому +8

    Tip 15! 🔥 Can’t stress the importance of mental training as an asset to help navigate the roller coaster

    • @infines5047
      @infines5047 Рік тому +1

      Another fire channel and class player 🐐

  • @Flowave-cc5ul
    @Flowave-cc5ul Рік тому +1

    6 years ago I did not like my coach because he put me in a defender position LB , I hate it at the beginning I wanted to play as a wing like “Neymar”…. however,later I found your channel and I start to like my position and my level improved !so fast ! I was cutting ball from very skilled wingers all day , my coach was so impressed with me ! He can put me LB RB and I was killing it . I cannot thank u enough ❤.

  • @dhanush_7_108
    @dhanush_7_108 Рік тому +4

    Thank you Matt.
    You gave me confidence to comeback from a patella alta and go on to sign for my first club at age 15.
    I still have soo much to improve and i am literally idolizing you😁

  • @Frosteez_ZT6
    @Frosteez_ZT6 Рік тому +1

    Love the vids!!! (also I would love to see a video on improving 1v1s)

  • @her0660
    @her0660 Рік тому +2

    It's crazy how this video makes me realize that I am on the right track cause most of these things I keep telling myself when I feel down or doubt myself

    • @naniballin
      @naniballin Рік тому

      All that doesn't matter if you're ultimately not good enough

  • @Daniel.Emmanuel10
    @Daniel.Emmanuel10 Рік тому

    Matt, your advice, starting from 2014, was truly the beginning of my story

  • @alzahalbiju5362
    @alzahalbiju5362 Рік тому

    Great Video brother ❤

  • @anouar7575
    @anouar7575 9 місяців тому

    Thank you man

  • @tqhq2133
    @tqhq2133 3 місяці тому

    I don't ever comment under videos but this video is gold. Man I used to play for my national team u15s and in the top leagues of my country as a youth, and now at 19 years old i am barely playing in 5th division, I have always worked hard to become a worldclass footballer and I think that I had enough talent and hardwork to get there, Havent gotten there yet, and I sometimes i doubt myself, but this video made me feel much better and it was absolutely helpful. thank you!

  • @AntonioDiaz
    @AntonioDiaz Рік тому

    Awesome points! ❤

  • @ThankuJesus_
    @ThankuJesus_ Рік тому

    Love it Mate God bless I agree with all of them ❤

  • @holdencrouthamel8137
    @holdencrouthamel8137 Рік тому

    Helped a lot man thanks

  • @diegovera4811
    @diegovera4811 Рік тому

    Hellow, i am argentinian and i follow you about two years. You re amazing!

  • @editurc9068
    @editurc9068 Рік тому

    Thank you it has help me to preview a career .

  • @lolomolo07
    @lolomolo07 Рік тому

    love you brother.

  • @okerekechukwuemeka6808
    @okerekechukwuemeka6808 Рік тому +1

    Love you matt❤

  • @EminentCCapreolus
    @EminentCCapreolus Рік тому

    Really great tips and your production quality is A+.
    Matt, I do have one question though, do you and your teammates watch Blue Lock?

  • @not_urosm0738
    @not_urosm0738 Рік тому

    Hey Matt, thank you for uploading videos for us even with the kid and the season going on right now. Im injured right now sadly, so I wanted to know what you did during the time when you were injured, and how i could improve?(Also a good two-minute-Tuesday idea😂)

  • @paopuzou7975
    @paopuzou7975 Рік тому +1

    It means a lot brother🥰

  • @user-ahmedb2023
    @user-ahmedb2023 Рік тому

    What a great video from a great player

  • @HM-il8cv
    @HM-il8cv Рік тому

    Thank You👊🏾

  • @mahmoodkhan1535
    @mahmoodkhan1535 8 місяців тому

    Damn, you cleared all my doubts and questions, after you retire you can be a great coach.

  • @AbdullahEl-naid-to4yy
    @AbdullahEl-naid-to4yy Рік тому

    Your an inspiration bro

  • @letsplaysoccer1338
    @letsplaysoccer1338 Рік тому +2

    5:36 Didn’t have to do Mimi like that 😂

  • @toby5206
    @toby5206 Рік тому +1

    w video matt, and when are u gonna do ur first hartford game analysis?

  • @roznaczygestosc
    @roznaczygestosc Рік тому +1

    Thank you :)

  • @wroester
    @wroester Рік тому

    awesome video

  • @ThaRealOneEyE
    @ThaRealOneEyE Рік тому

    Good luck in the US open cup. I saw you guys are playing the Revs, hopefully I can watch that one

  • @ballersite
    @ballersite Рік тому

    Elite video 💎

  • @jadc_06
    @jadc_06 Рік тому

    Not sure if you ever read our comments or if you’ll ever read my comment, just wanted to say I appreciate what you do for us aspiring for much more, I look up to you and hopefully one day we can meet in person perhaps on the field, thank you so much for everything you have done for me as I progress through my career.

  • @kevinmondragon6925
    @kevinmondragon6925 Рік тому

    You inspired me, 21 year old rechasing the dream again 🫡, future Lw/Rw/St/CF

  • @tejas07346
    @tejas07346 Рік тому +1

    Love from India ⚽❤️ This 20 tips help me a lot

  • @_cru8368
    @_cru8368 Рік тому

    So many talented footballers don't have a plan and never come close to maximizing their potential. If that might be you, listen to this man...in that I appreciate his words because he has been able to push himself very close to what I perceive as his ceiling, which is about the best compliment I can give him.

  • @Cultural-zp5mw
    @Cultural-zp5mw Рік тому

    thanks matt🙏

  • @professor5594
    @professor5594 Рік тому +1

    I predict u will make people BECOME ELITE not only in sport but in business, family, life and legacy. This is just the beginning for you my friend.

  • @kalzangbhutia2474
    @kalzangbhutia2474 Рік тому +1

    king matt is back.

  • @Joachimjerald
    @Joachimjerald Рік тому

    Nice video 👍

  • @travispoker
    @travispoker Рік тому

    congrats on getting man of the game!!

  • @grimson
    @grimson Рік тому

    Fantastic video full of great advice - from a long-retired pro (that's me in my profile picture). I could've done much better myself on a number of these, and it would've no doubt improved my career. But I did okay for someone born when the game barely existed in this country.

  • @CloakedFN_RL
    @CloakedFN_RL 5 місяців тому

    Bro I just a Turing questions myself after this video and I realised I’ve still got time to change myself

  • @bkhan19
    @bkhan19 4 місяці тому

    Hey man,
    Your videos have been a game-changer for me, and I've got a story that I hope catches your eye. Picture this: I was a football wonderkid, dazzling as a No. 10 with skills that could've rivaled the greats. My teenage years were electric, but life threw curveballs, and my dream of going pro got benched. Now at 39, that magic feels like a distant memory, but the love for the game? That never faded.
    Here's the deal: I want to bring back a spark of that magic, not to turn pro, but to inspire and amaze on the pitch again, especially the younger generation. Imagine pulling off moves that whisper of Maradona's genius, even if it's just 10% of his brilliance. I'm reaching out for your wisdom on reigniting that skill and flair.
    Could you share some tips or drills to help me dazzle again with the ball? Your advice could light the way for many of us looking to reclaim a piece of our lost soccer souls.
    Thanks for inspiring us to dream and play. Can't wait to hear your thoughts!

  • @AbedWinger
    @AbedWinger Рік тому

    I needed to hear a few of these. Doesn't matter if l knew already, you never really know til someone who knows more says it,. You know?

  • @arpitgarg7646
    @arpitgarg7646 Рік тому +1

    heyy matt!
    I have seen all of your videos. I really like them.
    what tips can you give yo me as an indian footballer who wants to reach to the top level.

  • @salitasxasj
    @salitasxasj Рік тому +1

    Any tips on keeping your head up when you don’t play on the weekends but are there training with the team day in and day out

  • @juandavidramirez6593
    @juandavidramirez6593 Рік тому +1

    Hello. I really appreciate your videos, all the knowledge and experience that you share. Really, really, thank you. I want to ask you, until what age do you consider a person can play in amateur or semi pro football? Normally, in pro, after 35 your level start to decrease. What do you think? WIsh you the best, for you and your family. Bless you

  • @MohammedyKed
    @MohammedyKed Рік тому

    God bless you.

  • @Davidbookworm
    @Davidbookworm 8 місяців тому

    Thanks Matt, this is not only useful for footballers but also for people struggling with jobs hunting 😂🔥

  • @themajkles7813
    @themajkles7813 Рік тому

    Hi Matt, I would be grateful if you answered my question. I'm 21, couple of months ago I started working out (football specific) and I changed up my diet. I haven't gained much weight (about 1kg), I just transformed some of it into muscles.. The problem is that for some reason I'm progressively getting slower, I feel like I'm getting fatigued faster, certain aspects of my technique are getting a bit worse. Can the reason be that my body is not adapting well to those changes or I'm just overthinking and I'm just having a bad period?? Thank you and keep up the amazing content.

  • @japishaa
    @japishaa Рік тому

    matt i really need this thank you! i'm arguing this ideas with ma heads and you proved me right! remember my name 'Yonatan Girma' i'll reach to the top!!!