The Myth Debunked: Truths Behind Popular Football Beliefs

 

Football is a sport rich in emotion, drama, and epic stories. However, behind all that, there are many myths that continue to grow among fans. Some of them are even believed as if they were absolute laws in football. In fact, not all "unwritten rules" are true. 


In this article by The Myth Debunker, we will discuss four of the most popular myths in the world of football and reveal the truth behind them. Get ready, because what you have always believed about football might change after this!


1. The Best Player Always Wins the Match


Myth: If you have the best player on your team, you will definitely win. Star players like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, or Kylian Mbappé can always decide the outcome of a match, no matter the situation.


Fact: Football is a team sport. Having the best players is a big advantage, but it does not guarantee victory. No matter how great a player is, he still needs support from his teammates, the right coaching tactics, and a supportive match atmosphere.


An example? Just look at Lionel Messi in Barcelona in the 2019/2020 season. Even though Messi performed exceptionally individually, scoring many goals and assists, Barcelona still failed to win a major trophy that season. In fact, they lost 2-8 to Bayern Munich in the Champions League.


Modern football increasingly shows that collectivity is more important than a single star. A team that is solid in organization like Leicester City when they won the 2015/2016 Premier League can beat a star-studded team if they play more compactly and with discipline.


Conclusion

The best players can change the game, but they are not a guarantee of victory. A strong team and solid cooperation are the keys.


2. A Red Card Automatically Ends Your Chances of Winning


Myth: A red card is the end of the world. Playing with 10 (or even 9!) men automatically means your team has no chance of winning.


Fact: While losing a player certainly makes things more difficult, it doesn’t mean your chances of winning are gone. Many teams have actually been more disciplined, focused and motivated after losing a player to a red card.


A real-life example? Look at Chelsea in the 2012 Champions League final. John Terry was sent off in the semi-final against Barcelona at Camp Nou. However, with 10 men, Chelsea managed to hold off Barcelona, ​​score through Fernando Torres and advance to the final. Even in the final, they still performed brilliantly and eventually won the title.


3. Big Teams Win Big Trophies Every Year


Myth: Big clubs like Real Madrid, Barcelona, ​​Manchester United, and Bayern Munich always win big trophies every season. Big names = guaranteed titles.


Fact: History shows that even the biggest clubs in the world have had tough times without trophies. Big names bring high expectations, but football doesn't always follow the script.


Look at Manchester United after the Sir Alex Ferguson era. A club as big as MU took years to compete at the top again, and only recently lifted trophies in events like the League Cup. Barcelona also experienced a season without a title during the transition after the Messi and Xavi-Iniesta eras.


Meanwhile, teams that were previously considered "underdogs" have risen. Leicester City won the 2015/2016 Premier League, Villarreal won the 2021 Europa League, even Atalanta is now a regular in the Champions League.


Conclusion

A big name doesn't always mean titles. Consistency, good planning, and proper management are much more important than just a club's history.


4. The Home Team Always Has the Advantage


Myth: Playing at home is always a big advantage. Support from fans, familiarity with the stadium, and comfortable surroundings make the home team more favored.


Fact: Playing at home does have its positives, but it does not always guarantee victory. Statistics show that the advantage of playing at home is diminishing, especially in the modern era of football with stadiums that are similar to each other, sophisticated facilities, and increasingly neutral referees.


Take the Champions League as an example. Real Madrid, a Champions League specialist, often wins away from home. In 2022, they eliminated PSG and Chelsea with an extraordinary performance away from home, even turning things around when they seemed to be losing. In addition, during the COVID-19 pandemic without spectators, the number of home team wins in various top European leagues dropped drastically. This shows that the "advantage" of spectators in the stadium does have a significant influence, but it is not absolute.


Conclusion

Playing at home does help, but it is not a guarantee. Mental readiness and quality of play still determine the outcome of the match.


Conclusion


Football is full of myths that have long been embedded in the minds of many people. But, as we see, reality is not always in accordance with what is believed. Behind the victory there are many factors: hard work of the team, careful tactics, and a steely mentality not just myths that are circulating.


So, the next time you hear someone say "a big team will definitely win" or "playing at home is definitely an advantage," you already know, right, what the real facts are?

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