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Can you become a soccer scout without a high-level playing background?

I am trying to understand how much playing history matters compared with coaching education, analysis work and a strong evaluation portfolio for someone pursuing scouting.

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A playing background can help, but it is not the only way to build credibility. Coaching, analysis, recruitment support and a well-developed evaluation process can demonstrate the same underlying skill. The important thing is showing how you reach conclusions, not just publishing rankings.

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