Player reflections on change: 20 years of evolving demands and support in elite football. EP#583

In this episode, we’re joined by two of the most experienced and respected players in English football. James Milner and Steph Houghton join Lynsey Hooper in conversation.

Across more than two decades in the men’s and women’s professional game, James and Steph have lived through the evolution of elite football, where match demands have increased and a rapidly changing approach to player health and welfare has been observed.

In this conversation, they reflect candidly on life as an elite footballer, the realities of injury and recovery, changes in match load, and the importance of the multidisciplinary support teams around them.

This podcast expands on the themes explored in their joint ‘player voice’ editorial.

https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/59/23/1703

It’s a thoughtful, honest and highly insightful discussion from two players who have seen and been a part of  the evolution of professional football.”