Best Modern Soccer Coach Podcasts (2024)

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Understanding REAL Tactical Periodisation with David Tenney 1:08:18

1h ago1:08:18

1:08:18

Gary is joined by David Tenney, High Performance Director at Austin FC (MLS), former Master’s Student and Certified Graduate of the Official School of Tactical Periodisation. David discusses the following: - Tactical periodisation versus periodizing tactics- Linear thinking and coaching- Understanding mental load- Designing exercises to create focu…

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Q&A: Ageism in football, O'Neill to Everton and being the voice of the FIFA games 31:51

26m ago31:51

31:51

How close did Martin O'Neill come to managing Liverpool, Everton and Middlesbrough? Who is better out between John Motson or Barry Davies? And what was it like to play alongside George Best? All that and more on this question and answers episode of The Football Authorities. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! We'd love…

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Are You Wasting Possession From Throw-Ins? With Jaymes Monte (StatsBomb) 46:21

2h ago46:21

46:21

Gary is joined by Jaymes Monte from StatsBomb to discuss the role of attacking throw-ins including: - Is there a difference between a long throw and a possession throw? - How can we measure the effectiveness of throw-ins in different areas of the pitch? - Why are Arsenal better than Man City at throw-in efficiency? And much more!!You can read his a…

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The Return of the Premier League - With Martin Tyler 42:23

1h ago42:23

42:23

Martin O’Neill and Clive Tyldesley are joined by the Voice of the Premier League, Martin Tyler, to pick over what we have learnt from an opening weekend with no shocks and victories for the usual suspects. We find out what they think the title contenders still need to add to their squads, who’s been diving and what Brian Clough would have made of R…

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Q&A: Pre-season tours & superstitions 27:25

9d ago27:25

27:25

What was a pre-season tour like under Brian Clough? Is modern football rubbish these days? The top 5 commentators of all time plus tales of Brian Moore. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! We'd love to hear from you! Email us: thefootballauthorities@global.com You can follow Clive @clivetyldesley and Martin @martinonei…

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Playing abroad - with Nottingham Forest & FC Köln striker Tony Woodcock 56:00

22h ago56:00

56:00

What is it like to play abroad? And why are more and more British players going overseas? Former Arsenal and Nottingham Forest legend Tony Woodcock joins the podcast to discuss his move to Germany's FC Köln, with hilarious Brian Clough stories added in for good measure and Clive tells Martin how the World Cup is coming early this year - thanks to t…

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Biggest Mistakes of Coaching Positional Play with Expert Bernat Mosquera 44:08

1d ago44:08

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Gary is joined by Bernat Mosquera, a coach and analyst who has worked at two Spainish tiers and in China, as well as the aspect of individual development. He discusses the complexity of Positional Play, along with ideas on how coaches can teach it more effectively in their own environments.You can follow Bernat here:www.linkedin.com/in/bernat-mosqu…

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Q&A: Dressing room fights, the art of commentary and Rivaldo to Celtic 27:05

14d ago27:05

27:05

Did Martin O'Neill strangle Neill Lennon in the changing room? Does Clive Tyldesley get mistaken for other commentators? How did Celtic nearly sign Rivaldo and Matt Elliott? All that and more on this week's Football Authorities Q&A. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! We'd love to hear from you! Email us: thefootballau…

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How important are Specialist Coaches in Modern Football? 51:55

8d ago51:55

51:55

Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill delve into the growing significance of set-piece coaches in modern football. Whether you're a sceptic or a believer, this conversation is one that's capturing attention across the sport. They're joined in the studio by Sammy Lander, football's first-ever Substitution Coach, and set-piece analyst Stuart Reid, who b…

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Q&A: Regrets on leaving Aston Villa and covering Rangers TV 30:45

12d ago30:45

30:45

How do you deal with bad press and negative feedback? What's it like to commentate on the Old Firm derby? And why did Martin O'Neill really leave Aston Villa? All that and more on the latest Football Authorities question and answers edition. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! we'd love to hear from you! Email us: thef…

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The Dos and Don'ts of Pre-Season Training!! With Matt Willmott 48:14

20d ago48:14

48:14

Gary is joined by Experienced Leader in Elite Performance, Matt Willmott. His experience includes Head of Physical Performance at Swansea City Football Club and consultant physical performance coach at football association of Wales (FAW). Head of Fitness and Conditioning at MK Dons and Lead Strength and Conditioning Coach at Leicester City Football…

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Inside Olympic Football: Stuart Pearce Reveals All! 47:05

15d ago47:05

47:05

As Olympic fever sweeps the nation, Clive Tyldesley & Martin O'Neil question why Great Britain are reluctant to enter a team, with special guest Stuart Pearce joining the pod to give us insight of his 2012 London Olympic run. Plus there's a return for 'What Would Cloughie Do?' and Clive's 'Feck of the Week' too. Remember to follow or subscribe, and…

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Q&A: Gareth Barry's transfer saga and the best co-commentators 30:10

19d ago30:10

30:10

Martin O'Neill explains the saga of the sales of Gareth Barry and James Milner plus the success of set piece goals whilst managing Celtic. Clive answers which commentators inspired him. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! we'd love to hear from you! Email us: thefootballauthorities@global.com You can follow Clive @cliv…

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David Moyes: Footballers are playing too many games 35:55

22d ago35:55

35:55

Former West Ham and Everton manager David Moyes joins the podcast to discuss the intense pre-season tours that footballers now endure, plus Martin and Clive discuss the importance of interim managers and what direction the F.A will take as they source a new head coach for England. Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! we…

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Q&A: Agüero moments and the appointment of Heimir Hallgrímsson 21:07

26d ago21:07

21:07

Each Thursday Martin and Clive answer your questions. Should John O'Shea have been given the Republic of Ireland Job? What are their favourite last minute goals? How did they first get into football? All those questions answered and more! Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a 5 star review too! we'd love to hear from you! Email us: thefoot…

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Building & Improving Club Culture at Youth Level with Nick Levett 58:35

29d ago58:35

58:35

Gary is joined by Nick Levett to discuss building, improving and even measuring club culture and youth environment. With 14 years at the English FA and professional academy experience, Nick has outstanding insight into the complex landscape of youth and coach development.Nick is currently a director at Rivers of Thinking:riversofthinking.com…

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England fall at the last hurdle...again! 46:09

29d ago46:09

46:09

Is Gareth Southgate on borrowed time? Or is he in charge of his own destiny? It's the day after England's loss to Spain in Berlin. Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill dissect what went wrong and how. Clive asks if Harry Kane should have been a starter in the final and Martin gives insight into the difference between International management and club…

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Teaching Tactics at High School! With Ric Wallace 51:20

1M ago51:20

51:20

Gary is joined by Habersham Central HS head coach, Ric Wallace, to discuss teaching tactics at high school level. From game model fundamentals to leadership development, Ric discusses the unique and complex world of high school coaching and also provides tips on connecting and engaging that age group. Check out the MSC High School Coaches Special O…

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Is it OK to NOT enjoy watching England play? And Ronaldo or Messi? 44:23

1M ago44:23

44:23

Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill return, and the tides are changing as Clive struggles to enjoy the England national team win. Martin breaks down how England are failing to stretch the play with Kieran Trippier at left wing back and the old age debate settled - Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi Remember to follow or subscribe, and give us a revie…

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Stop Following the Crowd! Ben Bartlett on Coach Groupthink 48:01

2M ago48:01

48:01

Gary is joined by Ben Bartlett (Director of Methodology at Houston Dynamo) to discuss the current direction of coaching development and whether we should be asking better questions around how we are learning and communicating the game. As a thought leader in the game, Ben has written two outstanding books called Constraining Football and Connected …

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Does a 'good' team play badly and win? Plus Clive says goodbye to ITV! 51:01

2M ago51:01

51:01

After England's lacklustre performance against Slovakia, Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill ask - 'Is it really a sign of a good team when they play badly and win?' The pair discuss what Gareth Southgate should ponder before heading into the quarter finals, is Jude Bellingham fit enough to be playing 120 minutes of football and after 28 years of IT…

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Using Data to Measure Elite Coaches - Tim Keech 1:14:53

2M ago1:14:53

1:14:53

Gary is joined by Tim Keech, co-founder of MRKT Insights, a data-focused football consultancy with clients in the UK and abroad. Tim works alongside clubs to help in a number of areas around data, one of which includes the impact and effectiveness of coaching.Tim shares ways that coaches can be measured, how they can help facilitate the use of data…

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Gary Lineker vs Harry Kane. Is it OK to call a performance S**T? And where did it all go wrong for Scotland? 53:57

2M ago53:57

53:57

Wether it's the back pages or social media, it's doom and gloom for the England national team with even past players calling their Euro 2024 performances "S**T"! Are they? And after Scotland were eliminated by a last minute goal by Hungary, Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill ask how did it all go wrong in Germany for the tartan army. Remember to fo…

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"Taking the Passing Drill is the Easy Part" - Upskilling Yourself as a Coach with Diarmuid O'Carroll 49:36

2M ago49:36

49:36

Gary is joined by St. Mirren (Scottish Premiership) and Northern Ireland assistant coach, Diarmuid O'Carroll to discuss the multi-faceted challenges of elite coaching. Diarmuid talks about: - Working with young players in pro environments- What separates Conor Bradley- Building relationship with head coach- Getting most out of coach education- Cons…

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Pressure for Gareth Southgate & how do you get the best out of Phil Foden? 52:25

2M ago52:25

52:25

After England beat Serbia 1-0 and Scotland lose 5-1 to Germany at the Euros, Clive Tyldesley and Martin O'Neill ask the all important question for manager and player - 'How do you deal with pressure and expectation?'. Plus the pair discuss if Phil Foden is being shoehorned into an unnatural position, and it's the return of 'What Would Cloughie have…

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Happiness and Coaching: Is it Possible? with Sherlen Lindsay 45:54

2M ago45:54

45:54

Gary is joined by Fulham FC academy coach Sherlen Lindsay to discuss mental health and coaching. How do you balance the competition with your personal life? Is happiness really attainable? How do you get that energy back? Does coach education help or hinder the process? June is Men's Mental Health Awareness month and Sherlen provides many ideas and…

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Is there a good way to break bad news? 48:56

2M ago48:56

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As Gareth Southgate announces his Euro 2024 squad, Clive Tyldesley & Martin O'Neil ask 'Is there a good way to break bad news?' As well as, 'Is the England Manager's job the impossible job?' And the pair peak behind the curtain as Martin reveals what went into his interview process during 2006 after Sven-Göran Eriksson left the England camp. Rememb…

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Culture and Tactical Alignment: Role of Director of Football with Jez George (Lincoln City FC) 1:08:19

2M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

Gary is joined by Jez George, Director of Football at Lincoln City FC,who provides a fascinating insight into the role and culture at the club including: - Long-term planning in a results oriented industry - Recruitment of head coach process- Incorporating data and analysis - Managing relationship with head coach- Creating a game model that engages…

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How do you win a must-win game? 48:55

2M ago48:55

48:55

What do Real Madrid, Crawley Town, Southampton, Bromley, Manchester United – Men and Women – and Peterborough United all have in common? They’ve all won ‘must win’ games at Wembley recently. With Clive commentating on the Champion's League final, and Martin no stranger to a big day in North-West London, today on the Football Authorities we attempt …

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So what is The Football Authorities? Plus is promotion to the Premier League the biggest step up in football? 13:50

2M ago13:50

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Before we kick off properly on Monday, Martin and Clive headed into the studio to explain a bit about "who" and "what" The Football Authorities are! And while they were there they couldn't help but discuss last weekend's play-off final either, asking "Is promotion to the Premier League the biggest step up in football?"…

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The Football Authorities launches Monday June 3rd 1:12

3M ago1:12

1:12

Clive Tyldesley & Martin O'Neill are The Football Authorities. Weekly episodes begin on Monday June 3rd. Expect something a little bit different.By Global

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Ways to Improve Individuals in a Team Game with Liam McCartan 1:11:31

3M ago1:11:31

1:11:31

Gary is joined by Liam McCartan, coach analyst at Swindon Town FC. Although Liam works in analysis, he also brings an element to the coaching side, focusing on Player Development and extra work on the training pitch. In this interview, Liam discusses how individuals can thrive in a team environment, ways to engage young players with technology, the…

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REALLY Understanding Coaching Methodology with Martin Vlk 1:06:29

4M ago1:06:29

1:06:29

Gary is joined by Head of Coach Education and Methodology at Czech Football Association, Martin Vlk, to discuss the unique aspect of coaching methodology and the following: - What exactly is it?- How do you improve it? - Where do you start? - What levels need coaching methodology the most?And much more!!!Big Announcement: The first ever Modern Socc…

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Mastering Data and Recruitment with AFC Bournemouth's Francisco Lorenzo 55:30

4M ago55:30

55:30

Gary is joined by first team scout at AFC Bournemouth, Francisco Lorenzo. He is a Data Analyst - based in Uruguay, who discusses the following: - How to identify Premier League talent - Bringing data and football together- Art and science of scouting and recruitment- Role data analyst at a professional club- How can a coach incorporate data effecti…

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The System or The Players: Chris Ramsey on Development Priorities 48:11

4M ago48:11

48:11

Gary is joined by former Tottenham and Queens Park Rangers Head of Player Development, Chris Ramsey, to discuss how coaches can shape elite environments to support and develop the next generation of players. With a phenomenal experience in the game including head coach at Premier League and USL in the United States, Chris outlines his philosophy fo…

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Improving Your Half-Time Team Talk with Eamon Devlin 1:02:40

5M ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Gary is joined by Eamon Devlin, founder of Minute9 where he specifically advises sports teams and coaches on how best to structure and manage the half-time period. Eamon discusses the art and science (research based) half-time insights and answers if they are they under-utilized? Ineffective? And how do coaches improve that critical 15 minutes?Our …

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Maximize Your Training Sessions with Rob McKay 59:56

5M ago59:56

59:56

Gary is joined by Rob McKay, Head Coach of Women's Football at University of Manchester, who discusses all the aspects a coach should consider before putting on an effective session: from space to players to equipment, right down to the weather! He also talks about his new book, which provides an in-depth look at how to create your own principles o…

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Coaching Your Coaches - Jake Henry 1:11:43

6M ago1:11:43

1:11:43

Gary is joined by Jake Henry, Head of Coach Development at Notts County, to discuss the role of overseeing coach development within a club framework.Having also worked at Nottingham forest as Coaching and Development Lead in recent years, Jake share his perspective and insight on:- Providing feedback for coaches- Creating a development plan for coa…

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Brazilian Player Development & Role of Analysis at Flamengo with Caique Andrade 48:51

6M ago48:51

48:51

Gary is joined by Flamengo analyst and coach, Caique Andrade, to discuss the process of player development in Brazil and the role analysis plays. In this interview Caique talks about: - What areas are prioritized with talent identification- Positionalism and Relationism: will it move to youth levels?- Freedom versus Structure in youth environments-…

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Vasco da Gama, Genoa and Set-Piece Coaching with Alex Clapham 1:10:24

7M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

Gary is joined by UEFA Pro coach, Alex Clapham,to discuss his experiences at the highest levels of the game in Italy, Brazil, Spain, England and Sweden. Alex shares his recent experiences at Vasco da Gama and Genoa, as well as his philosophy around specialization and set-piece coaching. Alex is currently a Tactical Advisor with 777 Partner and also…

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Outside Your Comfort Zone! Academy Coaching at Atlético Madrid with Simon Goodey 55:31

7M ago55:31

55:31

We are joined by Atlético Madrid academy coach, Simon Goodey, to discuss life at one of the biggest clubs in the world. Having previously worked at Fulham, Bournemouth, Southampton, and Palace, Simon shares his views on player development, coaching curriculums and cultural differences in Spain. Alongside player development, Simon shares his unique …

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Psychology Alongside Coaching & Life at Villarreal CF Academy - Kristopher O’Hare 1:04:02

8M ago1:04:02

1:04:02

Gary is joined by Kristopher O'Hare, who has a unique coach and psychology role at Villarreal CF Academy in Spain. He discusses the role of culture, psychology, and how we can learn to understand and impact both in an elite environment. In addition, Kris discusses life at a La Liga academy and compares it to UK/USA youth development models. To regi…

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Building a Scouting Report & Player Recruitment with Darren Rhodes 52:58

8M ago52:58

52:58

Gary is joined by Lead Academy Scout at Preston North End FC, Darren Rhodes to discuss building an elite level scouting report. Darren is also a current UCFB Student studying Talent Development and talks about: - Where do you start when building a report? - How do you manage subjective and objective information?- How much information is too much? -…

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Developing 1v1 Creativity in a Team Environment with Daniel Cappellaro 1:05:04

9M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Gary is joined by an officially FIFA recognized 'street footballer', Daniel Cappellaro. Having travelled the world as a professional futsal player, Daniel has specialized in 1v1 creativity and discusses how we can bring that back to the game from a youth development standpoint. - Can street football exist in a youth environment? - Is individual coa…

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Aligning a Successful Youth Club Culture with JP Nerbun 57:03

9M ago57:03

57:03

We were recently joined on the MSC Podcast by JP Nerbun. He is a bestselling author, leadership coach, and founder of TOC Culture Consulting, a leading global sports-consulting and leadership coaching business. His mission is to support leaders and their teams to achieve their full potential through 1:1 coaching, consulting, and community.Check out…

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Transmitting Clarity in a Game Model! With Liviu Bird 51:04

10M ago51:04

51:04

We were recently joined on the Modern Soccer Coach Podcast by Oly Town FC head coach, Liviu Bird, to discuss the implementation of Game Models. The focus of the discussion is around the complexity of a model and how best to implement it when a season is condensed, like perhaps a summer development league or a college season. In the interview, Liviu…

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It's Official! Goalkeepers See The World Differently.... But What's Next? With Michael Quinn 48:28

10M ago48:28

48:28

Gary is joined by Michael Quinn, a former professional goalkeeper and lead author from Dublin City University, who has proven for the first time that goalkeepers perceive the world very differently from both outfield players and individuals with no football experience.Their groundbreaking study - which has just been published in the international j…

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Jamie Hamilton: Positionism vs. Relationism & Fernando Diniz 1:04:53

10M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Gary is joined by football coach and writer, Jamie Hamilton, to discuss a topic which he has written extensively about in recent months.... and has had a huge effect on the coaching community.Is Fernando Diniz system at Fluminense exactly what football fans and coaches need at the moment? What are the differences between positionism and relationism…

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Coaching Decision-Making at Speed! - Ice Hockey vs. Soccer with Ted Suihkonen 1:13:06

11M ago1:13:06

1:13:06

Gary is joined by Ted Suihkonen, Director of Player Development of ice hockey side EVZ in Switzerland, to discuss the differences in player development and decision making between soccer and hockey. With a unique approach to player development and extensive experience at the professional and youth ranks in Russia, USA and Sweden, Ted discusses the …

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Is There Too Much Pressure Coaching Youth Soccer? - With Ally Bain 38:37

11M ago38:37

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Gary is again joined by Ally Bain, an academy coach who has also recently moved onto the analysis side and scouting side with Insight Analysis (see info below).This week we discuss a popular coaching challenge:How do coaches deal with the pressure of youth soccer? Please check out Ally's Insight Analysis work below:insightanalysis.net/Check out new…

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