Famous quote by Brian Clough

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Players lose you games, not tactics. Theres so much crap talked about tactics by people who barely know how to win at do
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"Players lose you games, not tactics. There's so much crap talked about tactics by people who barely know how to win at dominoes"

- Brian Clough

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In this quote, Brian Clough, a distinguished English football manager, is expressing his belief that players, not strategies, are accountable for winning or losing video games. He dismisses the idea that methods are the key to success, specifying that those who claim to understand tactics often do not have the basic skills to win a basic video game of dominoes. Clough is highlighting the importance of private skill and skill in sports, instead of relying exclusively on tactical planning. He is also slamming those who overcomplicate the game with excessive concentrate on strategies, instead of enabling players to use their natural capabilities. In general, Clough's quote highlights the importance of players and their abilities in determining the outcome of a game.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Brian Clough between March 21, 1935 and September 20, 2004. He/she was a famous Athlete from England. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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