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Brazilian footballers often come from challenging socio-economic backgrounds, and as a result, the role of the coach transcends mere tactical instruction. Coaches are frequently cast in the roles of psychologists and social workers, helping players navigate personal issues while striving to foster team unity.
This aspect complicates the traditional responsibilities of a coach. In contrast, European players may not contend with the same socio-economic pressures, allowing their coaches to focus primarily on training and tactical development. Coaches in Brazil find themselves balancing the need for tactical training with the pressing social issues affecting their players, which limits their training time and effectiveness.