Marc Solé Sureda Goalkeeper Coach & Scout

Marc Solé Sureda is an Spanish Goalkeeper Coach and Scout with experience in high division leagues in Spain and Cyprus.

Currently Goalkeeper Coach in Pafos FC and Goalkeeper Scout for Total Sports Investments

I hold a degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, along with UEFA B and UEFA BK B certifications, and a Master’s in High-Performance Team Sports.

Marc Solé Sureda

Goalkeeper Coach, Analyst & Scout

Degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences, UEFA B & GK B certifications, and a Master’s in High Performance in Team Sports.

 

Focus on comprehensive goalkeeper development, emphasizing ball distribution, defensive phase roles, and set-piece situations. Specialization in optimizing key performance indicators and talent identification.

Clubs

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SEASON 22 - ACTUALLY

PAFOS FC

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC

SEASON 22 - ACTUALLY

TOTAL SPORTS LTD

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SEASON 22/24

AKRITAS CHLORAKAS FC

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SEASON 21 - 22

UE COSTA BRAVA

SEASON 20 - 21

SEASON 20 - 21

UE LLAGOSTERA

Clubs

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2024 - PRESENT

PAFOS FC

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC

2023 - PRESENT

TOTAL SPORTS LTD

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2022 - 2024

AKRITAS CHLORAKAS FC

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2021 - 2022

UE COSTA BRAVA

SEASON 20 - 21

2020 - 2021

UE LLAGOSTERA

Marc Solé Sureda
Goalkeeping Coach | Analyst | High-Performance Specialist

My vision of goalkeeping is deeply holistic and interdisciplinary, where game analysis, decision-making under high pressure, and workload management are seamlessly integrated into the team’s playing model. My specialisation focuses on identifying, developing, and optimising goalkeeping talent through performance pattern detection and the analysis of key effectiveness indicators, utilising advanced tools to assess the goalkeeper’s impact in different phases of the game.

One of my main areas of interest and expertise is ball distribution from the goalkeeper. I firmly believe in its importance as an essential element in initiating quick and effective transitions. My approach includes the application of specific micro-concepts to enhance the goalkeeper’s ability to distribute the ball with precision and at the right moment. This aspect of the game is fully integrated into the team’s tactical and strategic context.

Additionally, I play an active role in set-piece situations, assisting the coaching staff in both defensive and offensive analysis and on-field implementation. My commitment is to maximise the goalkeeper’s impact in all phases of the game, from ball distribution to set-piece execution, ensuring every action aligns with the team’s tactical demands.

Passionate about the evolution of goalkeeping in modern football, my goal is to optimise the individual capabilities of goalkeepers, enhancing their performance and overall impact in both defensive and offensive phases of play, as well as transitions.

Marc Solé Sureda
Goalkeeping Coach | Analyst | High-Performance Specialist

My vision of goalkeeping is deeply holistic and interdisciplinary, where game analysis, decision-making under high pressure, and workload management are seamlessly integrated into the team’s playing model. My specialisation focuses on identifying, developing, and optimising goalkeeping talent through performance pattern detection and the analysis of key effectiveness indicators, utilising advanced tools to assess the goalkeeper’s impact in different phases of the game.

One of my main areas of interest and expertise is ball distribution from the goalkeeper. I firmly believe in its importance as an essential element in initiating quick and effective transitions. My approach includes the application of specific micro-concepts to enhance the goalkeeper’s ability to distribute the ball with precision and at the right moment. This aspect of the game is fully integrated into the team’s tactical and strategic context.

Additionally, I play an active role in set-piece situations, assisting the coaching staff in both defensive and offensive analysis and on-field implementation. My commitment is to maximise the goalkeeper’s impact in all phases of the game, from ball distribution to set-piece execution, ensuring every action aligns with the team’s tactical demands.

Passionate about the evolution of goalkeeping in modern football, my goal is to optimise the individual capabilities of goalkeepers, enhancing their performance and overall impact in both defensive and offensive phases of play, as well as transitions.

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SEASON 22 - ACTUALLY

PAFOS FC

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC

SEASON 22 - ACTUALLY

TOTAL SPORTS LTD

marc sole sureda 97

SEASON 22/24

AKRITAS CHLORAKAS FC

marc sole sureda 55

SEASON 21 - 22

UE COSTA BRAVA

SEASON 20 - 21

SEASON 20 - 21

UE LLAGOSTERA

Professional Experience in Goalkeeping Coaching & Scouting

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2024 – Present: Pafos FC – Cyprus U19 First Tier & UEFA Youth League

Head of Academy & GK Coach U19

Responsible for the development and training of goalkeepers within the academy, as well as the lead goalkeeper coach for the U19 team. Designs specific training programmes tailored to the needs of both the team and individual players.

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC

2023 – Present: Total Sports Investments LTD

Goalkeeper Scout

In charge of identifying and evaluating goalkeeping talent at an international level. Utilises advanced analysis tools and a detailed approach to assess the technical, tactical, and mental performance of goalkeepers, ensuring alignment with club requirements and playing models.

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2024 – Present: Pafos FC – Cyprus U19 First Tier & UEFA Youth League

Head of Academy & GK Coach U19

Responsible for the development and training of goalkeepers within the academy, as well as the lead goalkeeper coach for the U19 team. Designs specific training programmes tailored to the needs of both the team and individual players.

2023 – Present: Total Sports Investments LTD

Goalkeeper Scout

In charge of identifying and evaluating goalkeeping talent at an international level. Utilises advanced analysis tools and a detailed approach to assess the technical, tactical, and mental performance of goalkeepers, ensuring alignment with club requirements and playing models.

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC
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2022 – 2024: Akritas Chlorakas FC – Cyprus First Tier

Head of Goalkeeping & First Team GK Coach

Managed the development and training of first-team goalkeepers, implementing high-performance methodologies and adapting sessions to meet the demands of both the club and the league.

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2022 – 2024: Akritas Chlorakas FC – Cyprus First Tier

Head of Goalkeeping & First Team GK Coach

Managed the development and training of first-team goalkeepers, implementing high-performance methodologies and adapting sessions to meet the demands of both the club and the league.

2020 – 2022: UE Llagostera – 1a RFEF

Head of Goalkeeping & First Team Goalkeeper Coach

Responsible for the technical and tactical development of first-team goalkeepers, implementing specialised training sessions to optimise both individual and collective goalkeeping performance.

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2020 – 2022: UE Llagostera – 1a RFEF

Head of Goalkeeping & First Team Goalkeeper Coach

Responsible for the technical and tactical development of first-team goalkeepers, implementing specialised training sessions to optimise both individual and collective goalkeeping performance.

Roles inside Technical Staff

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HEAD OF GOALKEEPING

Akritas FC -VS- Karmiotissa FC

GK PERFORMANCE ANALYST

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SET PIECES COACH

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Game based methodology

Holistic methodology recreates game situations and competitive demands to design training sessions where the goalkeeper enhances decision-making and problem-solving skills.

 

Game based methodology

Holistic methodology recreates game situations and competitive demands to design training sessions where the goalkeeper enhances decision-making and problem-solving skills.

 

Key Roles and Expertise in Goalkeeping

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Goalkeeper Performance Analysis

Analyzing goalkeeper performance through video analysis and technical assessments. Using tools like Wyscout, Metrica Sports and data tools to generate detailed reports to guide player development. The focus is on optimizing goalkeeper performance and enhancing team strategies.

Opponent Analysis

Examining key players and pressing structures to optimize goalkeeper decision-making in build-up play. Analysing attacking styles, movement patterns, set play actions and finishing tendencies through data reports. Designing game-based training environments to enhance match preparedness.

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Key Roles and Expertise in Goalkeeping

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Goalkeeper Performance Analysis

Analyzing goalkeeper performance through video analysis and technical assessments. Using tools like Wyscout, Metrica Sports and data tools to generate detailed reports to guide player development. The focus is on optimizing goalkeeper performance and enhancing team strategies.

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Opponent Analysis

Examining key players and pressing structures to optimize goalkeeper decision-making in build-up play. Analysing attacking styles, movement patterns, set play actions and finishing tendencies through data reports. Designing game-based training environments to enhance match preparedness.

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Opponent Goalkeeper Analysis

Analyzing the opponent’s goalkeeper and defensive line behaviors to provide valuable insights for the attacking strategy. This includes identifying key finishing spaces, offering tips for effective shots, and adjusting the attack based on defensive tendencies to create scoring opportunities.

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Build Up Specialist

Defining goalkeeper principles to align with the team’s style of play, analyzing opponent behavior in high press situations, including their structure and pressure triggers. Developing strategies to find free players and creating game scenarios during training to implement behaviors in real-match situations.

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Opponent Goalkeeper Analysis

Analyzing the opponent’s goalkeeper and defensive line behaviors to provide valuable insights for the attacking strategy. This includes identifying key finishing spaces, offering tips for effective shots, and adjusting the attack based on defensive tendencies to create scoring opportunities.

Build Up Specialist

Defining goalkeeper principles to align with the team’s style of play, analyzing opponent behavior in high press situations, including their structure and pressure triggers. Developing strategies to find free players and creating game scenarios during training to implement behaviors in real-match situations.

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Set Pieces Involvement

Working closely with players, the goalkeeper, and the Set Pieces Coach to ensure cohesive defensive and attacking strategies. By fostering strong communication and collaboration, helping on optimizing performance during set pieces and in-game situations.

Goalkeeper Scouting

Specialization in identifying goalkeepers who can seamlessly adapt to a club’s playing style and philosophy. By leveraging platforms like Wyscout and Sportsbase, to gather detailed performance data and monitor player development. Creation of comprehensive reports, providing clubs and coaching staff with up-to-date insights and statistics to inform decision-making.

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Set Pieces Involvement

Working closely with players, the goalkeeper, and the Set Pieces Coach to ensure cohesive defensive and attacking strategies. By fostering strong communication and collaboration, helping on optimizing performance during set pieces and in-game situations.

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Goalkeeper Scouting

Specialization in identifying goalkeepers who can seamlessly adapt to a club’s playing style and philosophy. By leveraging platforms like Wyscout and Sportsbase, to gather detailed performance data and monitor player development. Creation of comprehensive reports, providing clubs and coaching staff with up-to-date insights and statistics to inform decision-making.

Working tools

Using specialized software like Métrica Sports, Hudl, and LongoMatch, along with GPS devices like Catapult and Titan, to analyze matches and training sessions. These tools provide detailed metrics and key statistics, enabling precise player evaluation, pattern identification, and comprehensive reports for individual and tactical development.

Using high-quality devices like iPad, GoPro, Veo Camera, Hudl Camera, and iMovie to record training sessions and matches in high definition. Visual recording complements statistical data, offering a clear and comprehensive view of players’ technical and tactical execution.

Using specialized platforms like Wyscout and Sportbase to access extensive databases on players and teams, aiding in recruitment and performance analysis. Additionally, I utilize tools like Pack Office and Power BI to process and visualize data effectively, creating interactive reports for technical and strategic evaluations.

Working tools

ANALYSIS TOOLS

Using specialized software like Métrica Sports, Hudl, and LongoMatch, along with GPS devices like Catapult and Titan, to analyze matches and training sessions. These tools provide detailed metrics and key statistics, enabling precise player evaluation, pattern identification, and comprehensive reports for individual and tactical development.

VIDEO TOOLS

Using high-quality devices like iPad, GoPro, Veo Camera, Hudl Camera, and iMovie to record training sessions and matches in high definition. Visual recording complements statistical data, offering a clear and comprehensive view of players’ technical and tactical execution.

DATA TOOLS

Using specialized platforms like Wyscout and Sportbase to access extensive databases on players and teams, aiding in recruitment and performance analysis. Additionally, I utilize tools like Pack Office and Power BI to process and visualize data effectively, creating interactive reports for technical and strategic evaluations.

Opponent Analysis

HIGH PRESSING STRUCTURE

High pressing structure

Identify opponent pressing structure and jumps to simplify GK behaviours in build up

KEY PLAYERS

Key Players

Study Opponent Key Players: Movements in the Box, Finishings, Data Reports.

ATTACKING STYLE

Attacking Style

Analyze Opponents Attacking Style: Create Game-Based Training Environments.

High pressing structure

Identify opponent pressing structure and jumps to simplify GK behaviours in build up.

High pressing structure

Identify opponent pressing structure and jumps to simplify GK behaviours in build up.

High pressing structure

Identify opponent pressing structure and jumps to simplify GK behaviours in build up.

GK build up specialist

DEFINE GK PRINCIPLES

Define GK Principles

Define gk principles in order to achieve team's style of play

OPPONENT STUDY + TRAINING

Opponent study + training

Study opponent team behavior in high press (structure + pressure jumps)

IMPLEMENTATION

Implementation

Set ways to find free men, create game situation during trainings and implement on the game

Set pieces coach

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opponent analysis

Analysis of defensive and offensive structure and behaviour in setplays actions

PREPARATION AND TRAINING

preparation and training

Analysis of defensive and offensive structure and behaviour in setplays actions.

PREPARATION AND TRAINING

match implementation

Prepare the team and present on pre-match meeting all set plays and how to implement on the game.

Post Match Analysis

MATCH PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

Match Performance Analysis

Elaborate video report about goalkeeper performance with all actions analysis by game moments, data report and gps devices report

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Analysis with goalkeepers

Meeting with goalkeepers to watch and discuss about match/training actions.

GK scout

SET DATABASE

Set database

Set database with goalkeepers that can adapt to club and staff philosophy

SCOUT

Scout

Collect information and observe performance through wyscout and instat.

GOALKEEPER REPORTS

Goalkeeper reports

Elaborate reports with detailed information and recent stats to club/staff

GK Analyst

GOALKEEPER REPORTS (2)

Goalkeeper reports

Elaborate reports with detailed information and recent stats to club/staff

GOALKEEPER REPORTS (3)

Goalkeeper reports

Elaborate reports with detailed information about technical and tactical behaviors.

Looking to elevate your team's goalkeeping or scouting strategies? Reach out to me