In this episode of the Ball at All Cost Podcast, we sit down with Diego Pagliuso, also known as The Confident Footballer, to break down how futsal, mindset, and intelligent coaching shape confident young players.Diego shares his journey from Brazil to football coaching in the UK, explains why futsal is one of the most powerful tools for player development and gives honest insight into the realities of football academies and the pre-academy system. This episode is packed with practical advice for parents, coaches, and young players on building confidence, game intelligence, and a strong footballing identity.Whether your child is entering an academy, playing grassroots football, or struggling with confidence on the pitch, this conversation offers real-world guidance you won’t hear anywhere else.🎙 Topics covered include: Why futsal accelerates technical development. Confidence vs talent in young footballers. Navigating football academies and pre-academies. Advice for football parents. Developing intelligent, fearless playersSubscribe for more honest conversations on grassroots football, player development, and the academy pathway.#confidentfootballer #youthfootball #futsal #footballacademy #footballparenting #football #grassrootsfootball #footballcoaching #ballatallcost #fifa #uefa #premierleague #messi #cristianoronaldo #pele #r9 #spurs #brazil #unitedkingdom