Simon Mignolet has been first class. Brendan Rodgers More Quotes by Brendan Rodgers More Quotes From Brendan Rodgers I will always fight for my life for Liverpool, and that will be on and off the field. Brendan Rodgers and-offfightingfields Whilst I'm here, I'll always do the best I can. Brendan Rodgers do-the-besti-can I think my history as a coach shows I like players who are gifted technically and have courage when it comes to being in possession of a football. That is a key quality for me. Brendan Rodgers playerfootballthinking I think football management has obviously changed and evolved in terms of practices and methods, but I would say the values we strive to hold are the same as great men like Bill Shankly and Bob Paisley. Brendan Rodgers footballmenthinking Of course, as manager, the selection of the team is very much one of the biggest responsibilities I personally take, but I come to that decision thanks to advice and support of the people around me. Brendan Rodgers teamresponsibilitypeople I hope when my time as Liverpool manager is over, I'm remembered as someone who improved the team and left the club in a better position than I inherited it. Brendan Rodgers positionclubsteam Even more important than statistics is then having the staff that can take the data and ensure it's presented in a way that improves individuals and teams. Brendan Rodgers datateamimportant The quality of people you have around you as a manager is so vital. There are various factors that influence that process; fitness, form and the tactical approach to your opponent are all areas I review on a daily basis. Brendan Rodgers opponentsqualitypeople I enjoy my work. The reason I worked so hard all my life is because I want to be making big decisions and managing at the very highest level. Brendan Rodgers levelsdecisionwant I meet regularly with my staff to ensure they are aware of what I want, but also to make sure they have the chance to influence the process and use all of their knowledge to help prepare the group. Brendan Rodgers groupsusewant I'm blessed to be supported by some brilliant staff, who are all experts in their field and dedicated to what they do. Brendan Rodgers fieldsblessedexperts A player's character is a crucial factor I look into before committing to signing them. They also need to show a willingness to learn, regardless of age and experience; that's very important to me. Brendan Rodgers importantplayercharacter My days tend to be packed, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I enjoy my work, and it is a privilege to do what I do. Brendan Rodgers privilegeenjoyway I don't see coach job stressful, I really don't. Of course, there is pressure and expectation, but I wouldn't necessarily equate that with stress. Brendan Rodgers stressexpectationsjobs The responsibility will always go with the manager - you put out the team. Brendan Rodgers managersteamresponsibility I think I've proven I can build a team that plays a way of football that excites and challenges at the top end of the table. Brendan Rodgers teamfootballthinking I've always been one to arrive early for work; preparation is a big part of how I work, and I like to be in my office going through plans for the upcoming training sessions or meetings I have. Brendan Rodgers trainingpreparationoffice I have a senior staff meeting every day, with key personnel who interface with the players - coaches, the medical staff, our analyst department. This is a useful exercise as it means we are all across what is happening and they are aware of my expectations. Brendan Rodgers seniorexercisemean I believe a young player will run through a barbed wire fence for you. An older player looks for a hole in the fence, he’ll try and get his way through it some way, but the young player will fight for you. Brendan Rodgers fightingrunningbelieve If one day I go to a game and I don't feel I can win, maybe I don't go. Brendan Rodgers gameswinningfootball
