Vitinha among the best, his former coach full of praise 👏 | OneFootball

Fernando Santos, coach of Portugal from 2014 to 2022, was invited by Le Parisien to discuss the position taken by Vitinha, a 25-year-old midfielder for Paris Saint-Germain and a Portuguese international since 2022, among the best in the world.

Vitinha has a particular talent, especially with his technique. But above all, his vision of the game allows him to always direct his team by finding passes to break through pressing or create opportunities. Not to mention effectively cutting off counterattacks from the opponent or protecting the defense in a "low block." There is also the physical work to maintain his performance level consistently.

However, his former coach also mentions an essential point: hard work. A point too often forgotten with professional players, often "classified" as if it were only about talent. But to break through and establish oneself at the highest level, there is also the daily work, the seriousness required, and the efforts to be made. Vitinha has done what is necessary to take a step forward. Enough to become a key player in a team that wins the Champions League and a Portugal among the favorites for the World Cup. It's impressive, and we wish him to continue in this direction.

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