We understand that Rui Faria has never coached at underage level in Ireland and we can certainly confirm that his attitudes aren't in vogue in that sphere.
Jose Mourinho's physical trainer (well, he's been successful in the past) has an approach to preparing for games that would shock and no doubt appal old school coaches in this country.
This writer had the fortune to grow up in an era when laps were the centrepiece of the training session. They were the first thing one thought of when one thought of training.
In parts of rural Ireland, there used to be a view that a dinner that didn't contain potatoes couldn't properly be called a dinner. Likewise with laps and training sessions.
However, Rui Faria has a different attitude, which the special/mad one has clarified for us.
Have you ever seen a pianist run around his piano before sitting down to unleash a masterpiece? In our methodology we don't send them on laps around the pitch either.
Not only that, but the gym is only employed for recovery.
Mourinho and Faria adopt the Iain Paisley mantra to the prospect of laps, gyms and circuits. 'No! No! No!!!'
