Rodolfo Zapata, former Argentine coach of the Oceanic team, was critical after the team’s 9-0 defeat against Ecuador. “If you don’t discipline yourself, the world will do it for you. Without discipline, success is impossible,” he added.
The selected of Fiji suffered a catastrophic defeat against Ecuadorthat crushed him 9 to 0 and left it last without units in the Sub 20 World Cup in Argentina.
Within this framework, and after witnessing one of the most categorical defeats in the history of the World Cups, the Argentine and Former Oceania national team coach, Rodolfo Zapatawas harsh on the team and spoke out publicly about the country’s elimination from the competition.
Zapata’s discharge
“Discipline off the field represents the game on the field. When players are disciplined outside, they can perform better insideconcentrate on the game and not be distracted by other things,” the 57-year-old coach initially declared.
To which he added: “Being punctual in training and matches, following a healthy diet and lifestyle and being responsible are some of the key elements of discipline off the pitch. Sleep well, eat healthy, no drugs or alcohol… and that depends on each player”.
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“Focus, discipline, hard work, goal setting, and the excitement of finally reaching your goals. All these are life lessons. But do not worry, if you don’t discipline yourself, the world will do it for you. Without discipline, success is impossible.”sentenced.
Rodolfo Zapata he came close to leading the youth team at this ecumenical event, but a series of poor results in March ended his contract and cut him out of the Fiji Football Association.
After the win, Ecuador claimed second place in Group B with 6 points and was 3 behind the leader United States (9) who beat Slovakia (3) 2-0. Fiji finished last, with no points.
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