Alec Fenn
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How to overcome 4 winter coaching problems
By Alec Fenn published
AFC Wimbledon The winter months pose problems for coaches all over the country - AFC Wimbledon’s head of academy coaching, Mike Hamilton, explains how to adapt your sessions
Yohan Cabaye: My passing masterclass
By Alec Fenn published
Yohan Cabaye The Crystal Palace playmaker on passing, the French production line and his admiration for Steven Gerrard
Ankle guards for crunching tackles
By Alec Fenn published
Kit G-Form’s PRO ankle guards use three pads to protect you from late tackles, cutting edge tech to absorb the impact of 50-50s and moisture wicking fabric to reduce heat and sweat
Gabriel Barbosa: Santos value technique over size
By Alec Fenn published
Shooting Gabriel Barbosa came through Santos' famed academy before joining Inter - he talks about the club's success in unearthing talent, his thirst for self-improvement and the importance of resilience for strikers
Kevin Phillips: My transition from player to coach
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Kevin Phillips Early starts, late finishes and learning to be unselfish – Derby County assistant Kevin Phillips on making the transition from player to coach
Victor Anichebe's A-List personal trainer
By Alec Fenn published
Strength Tom Cruise, Gerard Butler...Victor Anichebe: FFT speaks to the A-List personal trainer who got Sunderland's 15-stone striker in the shape of his life
Klopp and Wenger's body language analysed
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Mental Preparation Professor Geoff Beattie analyses Arsene Wenger's body language following the sale of Alexis Sanchez, as well as that of Jurgen Klopp and Tony Pulis
Cesc Fabregas: How to find space as a playmaker
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Cesc Fabregas Chelsea’s midfield conductor shares some handy tips on giving a man marker the slip
Geoff Horsfield: How to make it pro
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Fulham From bricklayer to the big time - the former Fulham, Birmingham and West Brom striker on how to reach the top
Reiss Nelson: The truth about academy life
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Barclays Premier League Is life in a Premier League academy too easy? Arsenal youngster Reiss Nelson talks about pressure, sacrifice and the importance of staying grounded
Romelu Lukaku: Inside the mind of a striker
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Everton We spoke to Everton’s talisman about the joy of scoring goals and learning from the likes of Didier Drogba and Fernando Torres
How Petr Cech sharpens his reflexes
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Petr Cech Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech is using an ingenious training regime to sharpen his reactions
Dean Windass: How to make it pro
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Strikers The Hull City legend says self-belief, fitness and discipline are essential to forging a career in professional football
Nagelsmann puts players in charge
By Alec Fenn published
Bundesliga Hoffenheim boss Julian Nagelsmann allowed his players to pick their captain and team targets
How English football's concussion rules have long been out of date – and dangerous
By Alec Fenn published
FourFourTwo Jan Vertonghen's concussion against Ajax shows how football's rules need to change in Britain. Some football associations are already ahead of the trend, finds Alec Fenn
Hashtag United have conquered YouTube and non-league is next: behind the scenes of a phenomenon
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FourFourTwo The club generated a global audience of fans – now they’re looking to work their way up the football pyramid. FourFourTwo meets Spencer Owen, the team and their fans
How to prepare for pre-season
By Alec Fenn published
Stamina FFT asks fitness expert Chris Barnes how to stay fit during the summer and prepare for the demands of pre-season training
New Balance Visaro and Furon launch event
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Boots We visited Merseyside to check out Liverpool’s new threads and the latest boots to come out of the New Balance boot lab
John Bostock: How I rebuilt my career
By Alec Fenn published
Mental Preparation John Bostock made his professional debut at 15, but was paralysed by a fear of failure during five years with Tottenham. He tells FFT how he has rebuilt his career and confidence with RC Lens
Why Wolfsburg players clean their teeth after games
By Alec Fenn published
Recovery Wolfsburg manager Martin Schmidt gets his players to clean their teeth immediately after games - we find out why
Eniola Aluko: Speed, swapping careers and failure
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Chelsea The Chelsea Ladies forward tells FFT about her weekly training regime, law career and learning from Alex Ferguson
Football fan gift ideas: 12 pieces of gear you won’t want to do without this Christmas
By Alec Fenn last updated
Christmas Make sure you’re kitted up like a pro with these leggings, jackets, hats and headphones
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