7 Secrets They Never Tell Parents or Players
What scouts actually watch for — and what they silently ignore.
PHOTO: HANA BASIR, SPORTPLUS.SG
If you've ever asked yourself:
“Does my son have what it takes?”
“What do scouts really look for?”
“How can I support my kid without being that parent?”
This guide is for YOU.
Forget the hype. Forget the highlights.
This is what real scouts are watching behind the scenes — the body language, the off-ball movement, the recovery after mistakes.
It’s the stuff that gets players noticed — and it’s not what you think.
The #1 moment scouts pay attention to — and it’s not during the match
Why talking on the pitch is more valuable than scoring
How you as a parent can make or break a player’s shot at being picked
What separates “talented” kids from the ones who actually get called up
A printable checklist to see if your child’s got pro potential
A printable checklist to see if your child’s got pro potential
This isn’t theory.
This is what we’ve learned from scouts, coaches, and insiders across the region.
I live by the spirit of "Home and Away."
Borrowed from the format of FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, this idea has shaped how I approach both life and career: drawing strength from home turf in Singapore, and stepping out of my comfort zone to grow abroad.
During my university years, I fully embodied this "Home and Away" mindset, gaining the '12th man' advantage at home while taking on an ‘away leg’ semester at Uppsala University in Sweden.
I plan to carry this spirit forward, continuing to grow at the intersection of data, global experience, and meaningful human connection.
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When you download the guide, you’ll also get early access to:
✈️ Private community for overseas Singapore fans
🎉 Watch party invites, merch drops, and future dad-son football experiences
🌟 Exclusive scout Q&As, insider tips, and early content drops
Because this isn’t just football.
This is pride. family. legacy.
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