Jonathan Tah warns: Young DFB stars have to stay steadfast in the hype!

Jonathan Tah warns: Young DFB stars have to stay steadfast in the hype!

National soccer player Jonathan Tah has had some powerful words for the younger players in the national team in recent days. The national team newcomers Said El Mala and Assan Ouédraogo, both of whom are only 19 years old, are particularly the focus of his warnings. Radio Hochstift reports that Tah emphasizes the importance of protecting young players from the pressure and dangers of external opinions. This topic becomes particularly relevant as El Mala (from 1. FC Köln) and Ouédraogo (from RB Leipzig) could make their debut for the DFB team in a World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg on Friday at 8:45 p.m.

Don't lose sight of yourself

Tah advises the two to concentrate on their game and not to let the hustle and bustle around them influence them. “Stay with yourself” should be the motto in order to minimize internal pressure in difficult moments. The 26-year-old emphasizes that a stable environment is crucial in order to provide the best possible support for young talent. In today's world, when social media and public attention are omnipresent, this is a challenge that should not be underestimated.

Change in the weather as a metaphor for pressure

The weather that is currently accompanying us is interesting. While there are no direct connections to the issues Tah addresses, the cold weather sweeping through Charlotte and other regions could be seen as a metaphor for the pressures young athletes face. According to WBTV, cold air currents have brought frigid temperatures across central and southeastern counties, where highs will only be in the upper 40s Fahrenheit. This is a reminder that external conditions can often have an impact on our internal stability.

How can we support the talent?

The challenge of supporting young players and accompanying them on their journey could not be more urgent. The pressure on athletes today is enormous in a world where everything revolves around achievement and recognition.

The debut of El Mala and Ouédraogo is highly anticipated. Be it on the pitch or in public, they will have to learn to deal with the attention. Jonathan Tah, who speaks of a solid basis for the development of young players, is also hoping for this. There is a lot at stake, not just for the two debutants, but also for the entire national team.