Testimonials

Some of our success stories...

As we've refined our COGNIGOALS Deep Learning method over the past few years, countless success stories have emerged - from both players and coaches. Here are some of them... Your story could be next!
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Nico Carrera

Nico Carrera

 Deportivo Toluca, previously Holstein Kiel
Nico on the COGNIGOALS Training
"My goal in my career is to make it to the highest level: playing Champions League games for a club and representing either Mexico or USA. On that journey, the COGNIGOALS training has helped me recognize situations better and adapt on and off the field much faster and more effectively."
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Gina Lewandowski

Gina Lewandowski

 Former Pro player (USWNT, FC Bayern Munich, FFC Frankfurt, NJ/NY Gotham FC)
Gina on Matthias
"Matthias Nowak has a creative and visionary approach to soccer skills development; his training has helped me to develop into a much more complete player; a player who now has the skills and mindset to play at the international level; a player who recognizes that I have plenty of room for development; a player willing to face challenge after challenge to fulfill my soccer dream, one day at a time. Incorporating Matthias’ dynamic style and his effective and modern training systems into your own training is a highly beneficial tool for any coach to have."
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Prof. Dominik Voglsinger

André Felgner

 FC Bayern München Head Coach China, AFS Player Development, two-times bestselling author
Prof. Voglsinger on COGNIGOALS Training
"I am thrilled to share my experience with COGNIGOALS Deep Learning, developed by Matthias Nowak. This training method goes beyond improving players' motor and cognitive skills; it causes significant leaps in performance. What sets COGNIGOALS apart is its ability to shape a new generation of players. It equips them with a cool, quick-thinking mindset to master the ball and dominate their opponents.

I highly recommend COGNIGOALS Deep Learning to all football coaches looking to take their players and teams to the next level. It's a transformative approach that enhances skills and cultivates a winning mindset. When you embrace COGNIGOALS, you'll witness a positive revolution in your players' performance and overall growth."
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Ray Power

Gina Lewandowski

 One of the bestselling football authors in the world, UEFA A Licence, youth coach at FA, Sunderland AFC and BKSP
Ray on COGNIGOALS
"Football is constantly innovating. All players and teams are looking for an "edge" to keep them ahead of the others. In team settings, coaches are as frequently talking about "processes" - their environment and their culture as they are their tactics and results.

The innovation in the development of individual players has also been huge. In recent decades we have seen advances in everything from physical development, nutrition, sleep, psychology, data, analysis and technology. The biggest problem for many coaches is finding the improvements to keep up with the trends - or to get ahead of them.

This is where developing legitimate two-footed players comes in. Imagine being at the forefront of this innovation - or being left behind. Should you wish to explore this, look no further than COGNIGOALS."
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David Leiter

Marc Zimmermann

 VfB Stuttgart, Team Planner U17 - U21
David on Nowak's COGNIGOALS Training
"In the performance-oriented football of the future, extremely rapidly changing game situations will demand stronger cognitive skills from players. Matthias Nowak was among the first coaches to realize this. Through his innovative program, COGNIGOALS Deep Learning, he prepares players for these future challenges in an age-appropriate way."
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Lene Sörensen

Lene Sörensen

 German U16-National Team Player
Lene's Feedback
"For two years now, I have been receiving cognitive training from Felix Lehmann. During that time, I was involved in playing football and handball, and I have noticed significant improvements in both areas, such as being able to tap/throw with my left hand and dribble/shoot with my left foot. This training has greatly aided my ability to perceive the field better and take my eyes off the ball, which has made me more independent on the pitch and improved my overall gameplay.

I've also found that this training has improved my situational awareness both on and off the field. In addition, my concentration skills have greatly improved, allowing me to play precise passes even in the last minutes of the game. The cognitive training is tailored to each individual's level, with many different exercises that are challenging yet enjoyable. Currently, I am only playing football, and I am pleased to say that I have had the opportunity to participate in my first international match with the U15 youth national team."
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Dr. Torbjörn Vestberg

Marc Zimmermann

 PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience & Licensed Psychologist, Expert on Executive Functions in Football
Dr. Vestberg on COGNIGOALS
„In the dynamic realm of coaching, the significance of finely-tuned executive functions cannot be overstated. With immense pleasure, I endorse the COGNIGOALS Deep Learning online course for coaches, a pioneering endeavor that resonates deeply with my own research and insights.As a co-author alongside Nowak, I unveiled the pivotal role that well-developed executive functions played in the success stories of illustrious players such as Xavi and Iniesta already back in 2014. The ability to swiftly decipher complex situations and make optimal decisions on the field is the hallmark of a truly exceptional athlete. It is these very cognitive functions that the COGNIGOALS course seeks to refine and elevate in coaches and players alike.

"COGNIGOALS has admirably distilled the essence of "Deep Learning" exercises, encapsulating the transformative potential of these techniques within the framework of their online course. This collaboration aligns seamlessly with my own findings, emphasizing the critical fusion of motor intelligence and exceptional executive functions. The course empowers coaches to comprehend and apply these principles effectively, ushering in a new era of coaching prowess."

By enrolling in the COGNIGOALS course, coaches gain unprecedented access to the insights and strategies that have shaped my understanding of cognitive dynamics in sports. This endorsement is a testament to the course's commitment to infusing scientific knowledge with real-world application, enabling coaches to cultivate athletes who excel on every front. In my esteemed opinion, COGNIGOALS stands as a beacon of innovation, offering coaches a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of their Deep Learning method. I wholeheartedly encourage coaches, aspiring and experienced alike, to embark on this transformative journey and embrace the profound potential that lies within. Visit www.cognigoals.com today and become a catalyst for breakthroughs in coaching and athletic performance.“

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Tom Byer

Marc Zimmermann

 T3 International Director, Author of Football Starts at Home
Tom on COGNIGOALS Deep Learning

"COGNIGOALS’ Deep Learning method to develop two-footed and creative players is a game changer! The work being done is led by former Bayern Munich Coach Matthias Nowak along with Felix Lehmann, who I’ve known for the past several years after Felix took an interest in our program, Football Starts at Home.

Two-footed players are by far the most valuable players you can have on the pitch. They can play 360 degrees, and because their two feet function as teammates, they can play in those tight spaces and create moments anywhere on the pitch! I wholeheartedly endorse this pioneering work that is being done. I’m excited to have my two teenage boys trained by this method!"

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Annaleen Böhler

Annaleen Böhler

 Hamburger SV, U17 European champion
Annaleen's Story
 Annaleen is featured in our course videos and is one of our stars! Discover her complete journey.
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Marc Zimmermann

Marc Zimmermann

 TSV 1860 Munich, U19 Bundesliga
Marc's Feedback
"I have been working with Matthias for many years. The technical and especially cognitive training has brought me to a higher level. As a result, I make the right decisions faster in games under pressure. The hard and often relentless training has challenged and improved me cognitively, mentally as well as physically. This is reflected in my training performance on the pitch as well as in exercises in the football simulator (SkillsLab / Footbonaut), where I often performed above average."
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Noé Lipkow

Marc Zimmermann

 Coastal Carolina University, former Holstein Kiel U14-U19 player
Noé on COGNIGOALS TRaining
"I've had the chance to practice with Felix for more than a year and enjoyed the experience. Every session was not only physically but also mentally demanding. Felix made sure to always add some new and fun exercises with increasing levels of performance. During that year I improved my weak foot as well as mental speed and was perfectly prepared for my first College season at the NCAA D1 level."
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LP Felgner

André Felgner

 Energie Cottbus, U15 Regional League North-East, state selection squad Brandenburg
LP on Matthias Nowak's Training
"Matthias Nowak's cognitive training is designed to improve mental fitness and concentration skills. His methods have helped me improve my movement dynamics (my body center of gravity) as well as attention to increase my problem solving skills in pressure situations."
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Nils Poggensee

Nils Poggensee

 Holstein Kiel
Nils on the COGNIGOALS Training
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Simone Schubert

Simone Schubert

 German Football Federation, athletics coach U19 & U20 women’s national team
Simone on Nowak
"Nowak's method creates variety, brings fun to everyday training and also has a recognizable added value in terms of injury prevention and performance optimization from a sports-science perspective."
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Sebastian Kneissl

Sebastian Kneissl

 Former football professional player for various English and German clubs (Chelsea F.C. and U21 German National Team)
Sebastian on Matthias Nowak
"Matthias Nowak is an absolute expert in the field of technique and creative training. As a former professional, I wanted to experience this training method practically. After a three-hour one-to-one training with Matthias, I was convinced of his work. As the owner of a coaching agency, I constantly occupy myself with further developments in football. The creativity of the players in today’s football, more than ever, is the success factor. And this important component is optimized in Matthias Nowak’s work."
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