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Asmir Begovic: Inside my kitbag
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Why is it important to stay hydrated?
By Hugh Sleight last updated
Pre-match Fact: over 90% of regular footballers begin games dehydrated. Here's how to take advantage by being in that top 10%
Marco Verratti: How to be a deep-lying playmaker
By Alberto Santi published
Marco Verratti Stand guard in front of the back four and pull the strings in possession, with advice from PSG’s Italian pivot
Phil Jones: 5 foods I can't live without
By Ben Welch last updated
Manchester United Sssshhh don't tell LVG, but Phil Jones likes to scoff fish and chips and chocolate Aero bars. Did we also mention he hates carrots and beans? Whoops.
Avocado oil v coconut oil - which is best for cooking?
By Alec James Fenn published
Stamina If you want to be a lean, mean, footballing machine, you need to avoid piling on the pounds with calorie-laden cooking oil. We find out which is the best for your health...
Aymeric Laporte: 7 rules for the modern defender
By Andrew Murray last updated
Aymeric Laporte Manchester City's ball-playing centre-back Aymeric Laporte tells you the 7 rules you must obey to be a centre-back in a passing system
How many carbs, protein and fat: How much should you eat?
By Alec Fenn last updated
Recovery FFT spoke to Science in Sport nutritionist Ted Munson to find out the perfect diet for professional and amateur footballers
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