Lma And Castrol Release Managers Survey
The League Managers Association (LMA) and Castrol, The Official Performance Partner of the LMA, have published the inaugural Annual Castrol LMA European Managers and Coaches Survey, gathering the views of top-level managers across Europe on the most important issues in modern football.
Results from the survey showed that managers across Europe identified refereeing standards as the main area that needs improving in the game. An overwhelming majority of respondents are in favour of establishing a professional referee training academy to improve the standard of referees.
The survey also found that 83% of managers are in favour of further clarification of the handball rule, 72% are in favour of a reduction in international friendly matches, while 63% support not only goal line technology but also video technology that referees could use as a referral system to clarify certain match incidents.
Howard Wilkinson, chairman of the LMA, said of the survey: ‘I am delighted that the LMA, in conjunction with Castrol, have produced this groundbreaking survey of European managers’ and coaches’ views on issues crucial to the game and themselves. Consultation is the mother of progress and change, and these views objectively represented, will surely be the basis for better cooperation between governance and practitioner.’
Real Madrid manager José Mourinho, also commented on the survey, saying: ‘It is vital for the future of football that the combined views and opinions of managers are collected and listened to. This LMA Survey is so important because it deals with the issues that affect managers each and every day, from rules and regulations, to technology, transfers and finances. It brings together managers and coaches across Europe, demonstrating the subjects we feel strongly about and provides real insights from managers based on our combined experience. The results of the Survey should be used to benefit and help shape the overall development and progress of football.’
