According to Mehr News Agency, Farzad Ashubi, the head coach of Persepolis youth team, said: As the first experience of coaching, we had a hard and heavy work this season, and working with the youth category has its own difficulties. Based on the ranking, the result of the work has been positive and we have made progress. Of course, we were looking for a model of work and play so that children can enjoy football. The result is important, but in this category it is important that the children enjoy football itself. At the same time, let’s improve the standards of the game.
He continued about his evaluation for the second half of the season, considering the growth that was evident in the first half of the season: In the first half of the season, we were a team that created many opportunities, and if we had done better in scoring them, we would have been in the third place. In the first half of the season, we improved more. We are working for this, but we don’t want children in this category to be under double pressure. Also, unfortunately, we lost one of our best and most complete players, Hamidreza Shahinpour, who played in the defense line since the 10th week due to a torn ligament. He played an important role. We are looking for an alternative as well as further growth in our own game model. Of course, it should be taken into account that our competitors are teams that have become accustomed to winning championships over the years, but our team has become a respected team with its game model.
The head coach of Persepolis juniors pointed out: Fortunately, with the support and attention of the club and with the presence of Mohsen Khalili in this season, good conditions have been provided in terms of hardware. I think we need to take a longer-term view at the club because I see at all levels we really have players who have great potential that the club can count on for the future. We must have long-term contracts and plans for these people.
Regarding his evaluation of the situation of Persepolis regarding the leadership, Ashubi said: This leadership is also a very good thing, but it also makes the opponents more alert and hardworking. On the other hand, Persepolis must improve its game model.
The former player of Iran’s Paleshpoosh added: One of the most important changes was related to the defensive structure. When we say defense structure, the defense line itself becomes a part of the work. The goal line is another part. Yahya Golmohammadi acted intelligently in recruiting players and organizing these departments. However, Persepolis must complete its game by improving other areas. In my opinion, Yahya Golmohammadi has ideas and plans for the midfield line and the offensive phase. A strong defensive structure is necessary for a championship, but the offensive phase is also very important. In the midfield, we need to increase the element of creativity. In order to get my point across, I have to mention someone like Ahmad Nurullah. I hope the World Cup will be an opportunity to see Mehdi Torabi with his full capabilities in the offensive phase. With his capabilities, he is a decisive piece, but his effectiveness has decreased since the previous season, but we have already seen the necessary capacities in his football.
In the end, Farzad Ashubi stated: “The very good thing is that Persepolis has the necessary tools to achieve all its wishes, the things mentioned, and the championship.”