How Messi and Busquets guide their teammates to practice at Inter Miami
Javier Morales, Inter Miami's interim coach before Gerardo Martino's arrival and is now a technical assistant, has revealed how both Lionel and Sergio Busquets act in each training session to improve the team's level.
“The important thing is not how they adapt to us but how we can adapt to the level. They are very important players. I'm really impressed that we always do tactical work and at every break.
They (Messi and Busquets) grabbed two or three players and started explaining, saying what they wanted, what they were looking for, beyond what we were looking for as a coaching staff. With the experience they have, they're helping these guys, because we have a lot of new boys coming from the youth team," said the former Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas player.
In an interview that aired on Apple TV before the 4-0 win over Atlanta United, Morales spoke of the impact Messi's arrival had on Inter Miami: "The truth is that there has been a huge change in recent days. , especially with the arrival of Lionel. It changed our lives, not only for the club but also for us. We try to adapt as quickly as possible to this.”
The former Argentine attacking midfielder added: “Above all, he is key to what he stands for. For us, it was a very pleasant surprise that both he and Sergio are so dedicated to their careers. One day, even though he had only trained for 3 days, Sergio asked to play. That's what they care about. It is no coincidence that these people have achieved a lot in their careers. These people are not here to retire, but to continue playing. They work as a coaching staff with pride.”
As for some questions about how the number of games will affect two players who haven't played so much lately, Morales expressed his view: "There are coaches who are scared to play on Mondays. Wednesday, Saturday, too many times of the week. For me it's quite the opposite. For a soccer player, there is nothing better than playing every 3 days. If given the choice, I would like to practice less and compete more. And maybe that's what these people need. They're used to playing in the Champions League, qualifying for the World Cup, playing every three days."
