Players are actively seeking out opportunities to learn about the business side of the game. Ajax’s Jordan Henderson, Aston Villa’s Tryone Mings, and Manchester City’s Ilkay Gundogam are just some of those taking courses in football business management. “The PFA [Professional Footballers Association] has its own business school. Helping assist players from dressing room to...
Some academy footballers in England have been left unable to train because of dental problems, according to a new study which found three-quarters of participants are suffering with gum disease. The study from researchers at University College London (UCL) asked 160 academy players representing 10 English football clubs from the Premier League, Championship and Women’s...
