Tag: Goalkeeper
Ireland Youth International Goalkeeper Signed for Premier League Club Burnley
Published Thursday 17th of January 2019 04:48 PM
[17/01/2019] England International Goalkeeper Tom Heaton has a new teammate in the form of 18-year-old George McMahon, who attended our trials in June last year.
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Communication and Leadership: The Key Skills for Centre Backs
Published Wednesday 9th of October 2024 10:51 AM
At UK Football Trials, we know that communication and leadership are vital traits for centre backs. Besides the goalkeeper, no one on the field has a better view of the defensive shape as an attack builds. A strong centre back is constantly scanning the field, checking the positions of their teammates and assessing the threats from the opposition. However, observing these details is only half the job—scouts are looking for centre backs who actively communicate and lead their defensive unit.
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How to Impress Your Football Coach – 5 Key Tips from a Premier League Professional
Published Friday 29th of August 2025 03:13 PM
As someone who has played professionally for 19 years, including in the Premier League, and now works as a UEFA Pro Licensed Coach, I’ve seen countless players come through the system. Some stand out straight away—not necessarily because they are the most talented, but because they know how to conduct themselves on and off the pitch.
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