Tifo Football Podcast Pogba’s back, could Vini Jr leave Real Madrid? And Noni Madueke’s one-to-one coach
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Nov 27, 2025 
Saul Isaksson-Hurst, an individual skills coach known for working with talents like Noni Madueke, shares insights into his unique training methods. He reflects on Paul Pogba’s return and the challenges he faced in his career. The discussion pivots to the tense dynamics between Vinícius Júnior and Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid, delving into how top players adapt to coaching changes. Saul highlights how tailored, one-on-one sessions can enhance players' match readiness and decision-making, emphasizing the importance of both individual and team coaching.
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Pogba’s Waning Comeback
- Joe recalls watching Paul Pogba's brief Monaco comeback after a two-year absence and reflects on his decline from teenage prodigy to peripheral substitute.
- John remembers seeing Pogba as a young debutant and notes how early hype turned into complicated expectations over his career.
Stereotypes Shaped Pogba’s Arc
- John and Joe argue Pogba's career shows how racial profiling and misaligned expectations can limit a player's role and development.
- They suggest external narratives and club fit often mattered more than raw talent in shaping his legacy.
Madrid’s Cultural Tension
- Joe and John see Vinícius Júnior's standoff with Xabi Alonso as emblematic of Real Madrid's shift from Galáctico freedom to tactical discipline.
- They argue managing superstar personalities is now as crucial as tactical philosophy at elite clubs.