Skills Vs Athleticism In Soccer

Here we go!  There is always a lot of talk around this topic
in America.  Many think we focus too much on athleticism and
that's why we struggle to compete with the rest of the world (on
the men's side and yes, increasingly on the women as their game
grows around the world).  Is this really true, though?
 Is our focus on athletic traits the problem?  Before
Cruyff arrived, Barcelona had a height requirement. Germany has
size and speed minimums as well.  So what's the real
problem? What matters more?  Get all your answers inside and
become a better soccer player and better athlete today!