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Pakistan football’s head coach highlights ‘main issues’ in Asian football

Stephen Constantine, the seasoned head coach of Pakistan’s national football team, recently underscored critical issues plaguing Asian football during a press conference. With a career spanning various nations, Constantine brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having initiated his international managerial journey in Nepal back in 1999, he has since helmed teams in India, Rwanda, Sudan, Malawi, and presently Pakistan.

In his discourse, Constantine delved into both short-term fixes and long-term strategies aimed at elevating football standards across the region. He made history by steering Pakistan to the second round of FIFA World Cup qualifiers, showcasing his adept leadership skills. However, he didn’t shy away from criticizing the commercialization of football and the neglect of player development.

Constantine’s coaching prowess was exemplified by India’s remarkable ascent in FIFA rankings under his tutelage, soaring from 173rd to 97th place. Yet, he lamented the absence of Indian and Chinese players in the prestigious Premier League, emphasizing the need for broader opportunities.

Ahead of Pakistan’s crucial FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Saudi Arabia on June 6 at Jinnah Stadium, Constantine urged coaches across Asia to prioritize further education and refine coaching methodologies. He stressed the significance of passion and tactical acumen for international success while refraining from speculating on Arsenal’s Premier League performance, despite expressing goodwill towards the club.

“There are players from Japan or South Korea playing in Europe but we don’t have players from India or China playing in the Premier League. This is because in the region there is not enough focus on the development of the players people are more focused on winning or trying to win.”

“The problem in Asia for me is that we don’t pay attention to details. The level of coach education could be better because I see us, the coaches, as teachers of football for our players,” Constantine explains. “But, in Asia, a lot of coaches just coach the players, they don’t teach them how to play, they don’t do it with passion,” said Constantine.

Through Constantine’s insights, the pressing challenges and promising prospects within Asian football come to light, advocating for a paradigm shift towards player development and a reevaluation of commercial interests’ impact on the sport’s growth. His multifaceted career trajectory underscores a steadfast commitment to enhancing football standards on a global scale.

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