Passing is more than just pinging a nice ball into space, you actually have to think about your teammate's condition.
Can they control the ball? What do I want them to do with this pass? Is the environment around the player comfortable enough?
Empathy guys. Empathy.
🚨| 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Ter Stegen releases an official statement:
“These past few months have been particularly difficult for me, both physically and personally. Like any player, after suffering an injury, my sole priority has always been to return to the pitch as soon as possible, motivated only by the desire to help the team and do what I love most: compete.
In recent weeks, many things have been said about me - some of them entirely un-founded. Therefore, I feel it is necessary to express my version of events respectfully, yet clearly.
The decision to undergo surgery was made after consultation with medical pro-fessionals and fully approved by the Club, and always with the intention of prioritiz-ing my health and long-term sporting career which of course are fully aligned with those of FCB to have myself available on the pitch as soon as possible to keep win-ning trophies. Moreover, I announced publicly the minimum recovery timing that I shall need after that, which had been communicated to me by most reputed experts and always in coordination with the Club.
I would also like to clarify - in light of certain speculation - that all of the Club's sign-ings and contract renewals were completed prior to my surgery, and therefore, at no point could I consider that my unfortunate circumstances with the new surgery I had to undergo would be necessary for the registration of other colleagues whom I greatly respect and look forward to share locker room with for many seasons. Any alternative interpretation seems both unfair and inaccurate to me.
Throughout my career, I have always tried to conduct myself with professionalism, respect, and commitment towards the Badges I have represented. I have a deep af-fection for FC Barcelona, this city, and its supporters, who have stood by me for so many years. My commitment to these colors remains absolute.
I understand that difficult moments can generate tension, but I trust that, through dialogue and responsibility, we can resolve this situation constructively. I am fully willing to collaborate with the Club's management to resolve this matter and to pro-vide the requested authorization.
A lot may have changed, but one thing will never will; I love you culers.”