The Dirty Side of Football No One Talks About: Life at Newcastle, Spurs & QPR | Les Ferdinand

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Les Ferdinand is a football legend known not only for his impressive career on the pitch but also for his strong values off it. A former striker with a career spanning the Premier League, the Championship, and international football, Les has become a respected figure in both sports and life. In this episode, Les shares his experiences of playing abroad and how adapting to new cultures shaped his career. He opens up about the lessons he learned from setbacks, how he dealt with criticism, and the importance of staying true to his values. Whether it was handling pressure on the pitch or making tough decisions in management, he reflects on the key moments that defined him. Beyond football, Les discusses the mental challenges athletes face, including self-doubt and imposter syndrome. He talks candidly about his struggles and how he found ways to push through, offering a raw and relatable perspective.. This episode offers an insightful look into the mindset of a footballer who’s faced both the highs and lows of the game. 🚨 Partners XTB 👉 Download the XTB app today and start making your money work for you at: https://hppod.co/xtbhp 📕 Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:58 The State of Football Today 01:49 Young Players and Their Expectations 04:09 The Journey to Becoming a Professional 06:58 Role Models - Ray Wilkins 11:31 What Going the Academy System is Like 19:05 The Turkish Experience 26:09 Returning to QPR with Confidence 36:31 Navigating Success and Relationships 41:27 Premier League Survival and Team Culture 44:07 Turning Down Manchester United 53:45 Challenges & Chaos at QPR 01:11:31 Dealing with Managerial Changes 01:21:34 Playing for Newcastle United 01:22:12 The Newcastle vs. Manchester United Title Race 01:25:09 Kevin Keegan's Influence and the Title Loss Aftermath 01:30:42 Challenges with the England National Team 01:34:25 Regrets and Decisions: Leaving Newcastle for Tottenham 01:46:07 The End of a Football Career 01:52:27 Final Reflections and Quickfire Questions #HighPerformance #football #lesferdinand