Amagar - Técnica y Táctica para Fútbol

Summary

The video script delves into the art of deception in soccer, highlighting its psychological impact on opponents. It draws parallels between soccer tricks and the art of illusion, suggesting that 'amagar' (deceiving) is akin to performing magic on the field. The speaker explains three key moments for deception: reception, dribbling, and shooting, offering strategies like feinting to pass when planning to shoot. The importance of unpredictability and planning is underscored, with examples of how great teams and players like Messi use deception to outsmart opponents. The video concludes by emphasizing the need for soccer players to be magicians of the field, adept at reading and manipulating the game.

Takeaways

• 🎨 The art of deception in soccer involves making gestures that simulate possible actions to mislead opponents, creating a psychological advantage.
• 🔮 The origin of the term 'to deceive' is uncertain but it's speculated to be related to 'magic' and 'magician', suggesting the act of performing magic tricks.
• 🧙‍♂️ Just as a magician performs an action while secretly doing another to distract the audience, soccer players use deception to make opponents believe they will perform an action that they won't.
• ⚽ In soccer, there are three key moments to deceive: reception, control, and shooting. Each requires different tactics to mislead the opponent effectively.
• 📡 During reception, a player can feint to move towards the ball and then retreat, or vice versa, to confuse the opponent about where the ball will be received.
• 🏃‍♂️ In control, a player might simulate a burst of speed without touching the ball, using the ball's position to mislead the opponent about their next move.
• 🏹 In shooting, players can feint a pass that will never be made, or simulate a shot to make the defender react, then change the direction of the play.
• 🤹‍♂️ Deception is not just limited to the field of play; goalkeepers can also deceive by simulating a throw or a quick kick, or by looking one way and throwing the ball another.
• 🎭 The script mentions that practicing theater stimulates both hemispheres of the brain, which is necessary for integrating mind and body, as required in soccer.
• 👨‍🏫 The coach plays a crucial role in managing the game situation, as their demeanor is observed by both their own players and the opponents, influencing the psychological state of the game.
• 🧠 Deception in soccer requires a plan before the match starts and also a plan for each specific moment during the game, highlighting the importance of intelligence and speed of thought.
• 🌟 The script concludes by emphasizing that great teams have players who excel at this art of deception, and it's a skill that can make a significant difference in soccer.

Q & A

What is the art of deception in sports, particularly in football?

The art of deception in sports, especially football, involves making gestures that simulate possible actions to trick opponents into believing those actions will be executed, creating a psychological advantage and control over the opponent.

What is the etymology of the verb 'to deceive' or 'amagar' in the context of the script?

The etymology of the verb 'amagar' is uncertain, but it is suggested that it might be related to the words 'magia' (magic) and 'mago' (magician), implying that to deceive is a way of verbalizing the act of performing magic.

How does a magician or illusionist use deception in their acts?

A magician or illusionist performs an action while secretly developing another, diverting the audience's attention to see a certain situation while losing sight of the other, thus creating an illusion.

What are the three moments in football where deception can be applied?

Deception in football can be applied during reception, when the opponent approaches; in ball control, by simulating a start in speed without touching the ball; and in shooting, by simulating a pass that will never be made or pretending to shoot to make the defender block.

How can a player deceive an opponent during ball reception?

A player can deceive an opponent during reception by quickly pretending to go for the ball and then stepping back to receive it when the opponent has moved to a supposed point where the reception was going to happen but never did.

What is the strategy for deception in ball control or 'conducción' in football?

In ball control, a player can simulate a start in speed without actually touching the ball, with the intention of making a move towards one side and then going to the other, creating confusion for the opponent.

How can deception be used in shooting or 'remates' in football?

In shooting, deception can be achieved by simulating a pass that will never be made, or by pretending to shoot close to the goal, which can cause the defender to lunge to block, thus creating an opportunity for the shooter.

What are some less common but still important variants of deception in football?

Less common but important variants of deception include simulating a throw-in that will never happen, pretending to kick the ball long and then making a filtered pass, or simulating pressure that will not be carried out.

How does the role of a football coach or 'director técnico' play into the art of deception?

The coach plays a crucial role by managing the game situation, as their demeanor is observed by both their own players and the opponents. If the coach appears worried or disoriented, it can negatively impact their team and benefit the rival.

What is the importance of unpredictability in the art of deception in football?

Unpredictability is key in deception because if a player always uses the same deceptions or does so at all times, opponents can easily anticipate and counteract them. Being unpredictable keeps the opponent guessing and off balance.

How does the concept of deception relate to acting and the story of the 'Robo del Siglo' in Argentina?

The concept of deception relates to acting as both require embodying a role and convincingly portraying it. In the case of the 'Robo del Siglo' in Argentina, one of the perpetrators studied theater for months to convincingly play a role during a heist, highlighting the effectiveness of deception.

What is the connection between practicing theater and playing football?

Practicing theater stimulates both hemispheres of the brain, which is necessary for acting in any field where the mind and body need to work together, such as in football where players must be both mentally and physically adept.

What is the common mistake made by players when entering the opponent's area with the ball?

A common mistake is for a player to enter the area with a predetermined intention to execute, causing them to lose awareness of their surroundings. It's better to enter with one intention but simulate another to confuse the opponent.

How does the concept of 'amagar' or deception relate to the success of football players like Lionel Messi?

Lionel Messi's success is partly attributed to his mastery of the art of deception. By being unpredictable and able to deceive opponents, he creates opportunities and advantages on the field.