Slovenian talent recognised in Qatar: Matjaž Miklič leaves Bravo, where he was part of the Ljubljana club’s youth team
Photo: Rok Cizelj / NK Bravo
Tomaž Petrovič, the coach of the youth team at Bravo, has lost his right-hand man after his assistant Matjaž Miklič decided to continue his career in … Qatar! Miklič, who has been working within the youth academy at the club from Šiška for the past four years, has taken up the position of a fitness coach at the prestigious Aspire Academy.
“Matjaž has been a very important part of our club for several seasons. During this time, he made great strides forward, while also contributing to the club’s development. He was involved in various areas and gave his all to the work every day, for which we all thank him. It has been excellent working with him. We are happy for him that he received an interesting and attractive offer that opens many doors for him, and I am confident that he is capable of performing his work at a high level on any stage. This is also a recognition for our club and our work. Matjaž, thank you and good luck,” said the youth coach of Bravo, Tomaž Petrovič, for the club’s website.
Matjaž Miklič: “An Invaluable Period”
Matjaž Miklič, once a footballer himself and previously a coach at Ježica, spoke about his move to the other side of the world: “After four wonderful seasons, my time at NK Bravo is coming to an end. During this time, I had the opportunity to work as an assistant coach with the U17 and U19 teams, and as the head coach of the younger U12 and U13 teams. This period has been extremely valuable to me, as I learned a lot from my colleagues and grew both personally and as a coach. I would like to sincerely thank all the coaches I worked directly with in the teams, as well as those with whom we shared ideas and discussed various football topics through debates and other activities. NK Bravo is not only an excellent environment for young footballers, but also a place where coaches can professionally grow. I always felt great at the club and enjoyed every moment of my coaching work. I have always strived for professionalism and tried to pass on my knowledge and values to the young players. I am grateful to all the players I coached – they are the reason we do what we do. We want to help them in their football and personal development, even though they may not always see it. But when they internalize the things we teach them, when talent and hard work go hand in hand, and when team spirit ‘lives’ the same story, progress is inevitable. That’s when our work takes on special meaning and ‘repays’ all the effort. A sincere thank you also to all the parents I worked with for their correct, open, and honest approach – I believe that only through teamwork can we create the best conditions for our boys’ progress,” Miklič said.
Aspire Academy, founded in 2004 in Doha, is considered one of the leading football academies in the world. With a vision of developing top sports talents and encouraging youth to achieve excellence both on and off the field, it has become a key player in the global sports ecosystem. The academy provides exceptional infrastructure and facilities, including modern sports complexes, analytical technology, and experts in fitness and psychological support. In addition to sports development, it places a strong emphasis on education, aiming to ensure holistic personal development for young athletes.
Aspire Academy has partnerships with clubs and academies worldwide and constantly searches for and develops young talents. Many of their players have made their way to top European clubs, and several are key members of the Qatari national team, which hosted the 2022 FIFA World Cup. This academy symbolizes Qatar’s commitment to investing in sports and its significance in promoting the country globally. With its innovative approach and international influence, Aspire Academy sets new standards in the development of young footballers, and now a Slovenian expert will be involved in their work.
This text was automatically translated using AI.
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