Former Arsenal Defender Philippe Senderos Leads Mental Toughness Session for Leone Stars U-15 Team
Osman Tolo Sesay Former Arsenal and Switzerland defender Philippe Senderos has led a football education session for the Leone Stars U-15 team in Baku, Azerbaijan, focusing on mental toughness and its role in player development.
The session, the team’s third football education learning activity, was conducted as part of the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, according to information shared about the team’s participation.
Senderos, who works with FIFA as a high-performance and talent development specialist in its Global Football Development Division, spoke to the young players about the importance of mental strength in football.
The discussion highlighted how a strong mindset can help players develop both on and off the pitch, complementing their football training and competitive experience.
The learning session forms part of the broader educational activities accompanying Sierra Leone’s participation in the tournament and festival in Azerbaijan, where the young players are gaining experience beyond the game itself.
Through the initiative, the team is being exposed to lessons intended to support their personal growth and development as aspiring footballers.