PSV Eindhoven’s Manu Bachoore has seen it all when it comes to competing in the biggest competitions against other players who are considered the best in the world.

A former world champion who has won multiple titles during his career, Bachoore has proven time and time again that he can beat anyone if he’s playing to his full potential. So what are the keys to the Dutch player’s success?

We asked Bachoore what three things have helped him have such an incredible, trophy-laden career.

1. Master the basics

When fans are watching the best players in the world pull off mind-boggling skills and create viral moments with their play, it becomes very easy to get transfixed on the advanced moves that they’re doing.

Although they’re spectacular, Bachoore believes that ensuring you’ve got the simple areas of the game covered first is hugely important.

“It’s important to get the basics right. You need to focus on the basics before you move onto the more advanced stuff. Then you can build your game from there.” he explains.

2. Stay humble, remain composed

Anyone who has watched any of this season’s FC Pro League tournaments knows that emotions run high during competitions.

Some deal with the pressure by maintaining a poker face regardless of what happens, while others are happy to share their emotions with the audience.

For Bachoore, it’s important to find the perfect balance when it comes to keeping control of his emotions.

“I like to stay humble when it comes to these situations. I try to remain focused, speak to my coach, and have a sip of water. I never really think about what I look like on camera or whether my emotions show because i’m focused on the game.”

3. Put your time in

Bachoore is a firm believer in the idea that practice makes perfect, having spent countless hours mastering FC to ensure that he’s one of the best in the world.

Although playing the game is extremely important, watching the best play and figuring out what they do is just as important.

“When I was coming up I’d watch Nicolas play a lot. I think it’s important to watch the best players in the world compete so you can understand what they’re doing and try to learn from them.

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