Spain made youth football superpower through La Liga

Spain made youth football superpower through La Liga

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Background

The Spain national team has focused on the development of its youth players in recent years, a result of La Liga's academy system. This system has led Spain to success in both the Men's and Women's World Cups, highlighting the importance of investing in youth football.

Why it matters

Spain's youth football system has achieved success on the world stage through La Liga, with 25 of its 26 players emerging from local academies. This development is a source of inspiration not only for Spain, but also for other countries who are trying to improve their football academies. Thus, Spain's success is directly related to the development of their young players.

Key Points

• Spain made youth football a superpower through La Liga.
• La Liga's role in Spain's youth football development has contributed significantly to the World Cup win, with 25 of the 26 players being products of local academies.
• How Spain superpowered youth football with La Liga for World Cup success.

Spain recently faced England in their first match since their World Cup victory in the UEFA Nations League. The national teams of England and Spain have developed significantly over the years, driven by the high standard of academy football in each country. The England men's team have reached two finals and two semi-finals in the last five major tournaments, while their under-21 and women's teams have won consecutive European Championships. Spain, meanwhile, have been excellent at every level, and they are the holders of both the men's and women's World Cups.

Juan Florit, La Liga's head of football development, says Spain's success is the result of many years of hard work dedicated to improving the local academy system. "It's true that Spain enjoyed a very good generation, but we realized that if we kept thinking the same way, other countries would soon catch up. England is a good example of that," Florit said. In 2016, La Liga took an important step forward when Florit and his team set out to set a new national standard for academies in Spain's top two divisions.

Florit said that at first, clubs tried to hide their training grounds with high walls, but gradually they began to share their experiences with each other. He pointed out that Celta Vicola was the first club to accept the offer in 2017.

Of Spain's 26-man World Cup-winning squad, 25 players developed in La Liga club academies, with only David Raya, who made his professional debut with Blackburn Rovers, emerging from a foreign academy. Furthermore, last season La Liga saw the largest proportion of minutes played by academy alumni among Europe's top five leagues, at 20.1 percent.

Florit praised Real Sociedad, saying that the club has achieved great statistics over the past seven years. "The club included 19 academy players in the first team last season, and 55 percent of the minutes in La Liga were played by academy players." This reflects the success of youth development in Spanish football and provides inspiration to move forward in this direction.

Ultimately, Florit believes that football should be a fun and safe place for children where they can freely showcase their talents. Spain's journey not only reflects their success, but it also sets an example for other countries on how youth football can be developed in the right direction.

What will happen next

Spain next face England in the UEFA Nations League, their first match since their World Cup triumph. This match will provide an opportunity to see the young talents of Spain, who have emerged from the academies of La Liga clubs. Additionally, Florit and his team plan to continue to increase competitiveness with other countries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which team did Spain face recently?

Spain recently faced England.

Who is La Liga's head of football development?

La Liga's head of football development is Juan Florit.

What is the reason for Spain's football success?

Spain's football success is the result of many years of hard work dedicated to improving the local academy system.

When did Spain establish a new national standard for the academy?

Spain began work on setting a new national standard for academies in 2016.

How many players from Spain's World Cup-winning team were developed in La Liga club academies?

25 players from Spain's 26-man World Cup-winning squad developed in La Liga club academies.

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