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What is the mentality behind ‘yoyo’ clubs?
The highs and lows of supporting a football club makes every season an entertaining one. From the pinnacle of gaining promotion, or maybe staying up on the final day of the season, to hitting rock bottom and facing relegation. In years gone by, we have seen so many...
Unmarked and isolated: the battle between footballers and loneliness
It’s safe to say that almost every professional footballer is idolised by at least somebody. However, fans and followers are not a player’s true friend, and the mate in teammate can sometimes be misleading. Acclimatising to the world of football with eyes watching from all over is rarely easy, yet players have no choice but to do so from a young age.
How a referee dealt with Paul Gascoigne, Vinnie Jones and a full pitch brawl at ‘The Battle of Old Trafford’.
Keith Hackett was an iconic English referee - taking charge of the 1981 FA Cup final, the European Championships, countless English first division fixtures and even the 1988 Seoul Olympics. As a referee every decision is under fierce scrutiny, and you have to...
When the beautiful game turns ugly: the mental pressures of football.
Uncover the unseen battle behind the glitz and glory, the brutal reality of footballers grappling with mental health challenges. From the pressures of performance to personal struggles, explore the human side of the beautiful game.
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Top three tips from David Beckham and Ryan Giggs’ former sleep coach
The '90s marked a revolution in the science of football and performance, at the heart of it was Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United as they explored how sleep improves the mentality and performance. Fast forward to today and every club leaves no mattress unturned....
Dealing with mad dads: Navigating the pressure on young players
As the half-time whistle blew, Michael Leech gathered his team for a talk. All of his players, only eight-years-old, listened while he lifted their spirits up before the second half. Midway through the talk, a player’s dad stormed over to the team, pointing...
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Top three tips from David Beckham and Ryan Giggs’ former sleep coach
The '90s marked a revolution in the science of football and performance, at the heart of it was Sir Alex Ferguson's Manchester United ...
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