Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala was always seen as an incredibly talented player, but also had a few glaring flaws that might hinder his top end potential. Four years on from his debut, however, his game has evolved to an extent that very, very few weaknesses truly remain and most of his previous weaknesses have been turned into strengths. How hard has he had to work on his game to do this?
“I do a lot of video sessions and also work hard in individual training on what I can improve: for example, my shooting technique,” Musiala explains, via @iMiaSanMia. “Or in the gym. I want to take steps forward to become a better player.”
So the Chelsea FC youth player does work in the gym, after all. Has it made a difference over the years? “I would say that I’ve gained around 6-7 kilos since my first team debut. Although I train less on my upper body, more on stability or leg strength: for prevention and so that I can strike the ball stronger and play every game.”
Unfortunately, part of his game includes being hacked down by opposition defenders. It has to make him mad, right? “I don’t think I’m the type of person who freaks out on the pitch – at least I hope so [laughs]. I’ve been attacked hard since my youth. That’s why I’m not worried about that. But I do tell the referee if it gets too hard. So that he can give a yellow card more quickly and the opponent has to hold back a bit more in challenges.”
