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FC Nordsjælland and Right To Dream: Developing talent in a socially responsible way
‘I think a lot of Right To Dream players make it to the top because of our characters.’ - midfielder Abu Francis (21)
Mar 17, 20231 min read
Hair loss, extreme pressure, low self-esteem; the mental side of youth academies we do not see
INTERVIEW - Psychologist Julie van Bennekom (33) is extremely worried about the serious mental health issues children develop from playing.
Mar 16, 202311 min read
The difficult journey of ex-wonderkid Mathias Bossaerts: ‘The pressure was huge’
Bossaerts was widely regarded as one of the biggest Belgian talents when he moved to Man City. But at the age of 26, he ended his career.
Mar 14, 20235 min read
The awakening of sleeping giant Lierse K. by innovative youth development: ‘It is all about growth'
With a small budget, Lierse K. is trying to reestablish itself as a top-flight club in Belgium. The focus lays on youth from their region.
Mar 14, 20239 min read
A youth career filled with pressure and injuries: ‘One day you are a star, the next day a failure'
Aimane Mdouari had a tough youth career filled with injuries and pressure. 'I sometimes doubt whether I managed to get everything out of it'
Mar 14, 20234 min read
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