
Being Europe's most wanted 15 year old footballer
Top clubs want the best players available. This can mean even school kids are on their radar. Back in 1999, one Premier League giant went out to get Europe's hottest schoolboy, whatever the cost! Mads Timm reveals what it is like to be REALLY wanted by the biggest clubs in the world.

England's 1st female pro footballer - Rachel Yankey
Rachel Yankey will go down in history. Her trophies, goals and appearances speak for themself. But, in this video exclusive, she reveals how she became English football's first female pro player.

UK academy kids need to rethink pathway - Vincent Kompany
Financial rewards for not only winning it but staying in the Premier League are high. Clubs need players ready to perform. Vincent Kompany explains young pros may need to look elsewhere to get valuable experience.

How I knew it was right to turn down Sir Alex Ferguson
When the biggest club in the world come in for you as a youngster it's flattering. Once the dust has settled, you've got to decide, do you want immediate status or a long-term career in the game.

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English women's football is leading the way - Julia Simic
Julia Simic, one of West Ham's most popular squad members before her move to AC Milan, talks to football4football. In an exclusive interview, she reveals her excitement of playing abroad and her love for the English game.

Becoming a pro footballer wasn't part of the plan - Sylvain Distin
Sylvain Distin was one of the Premier League's most dynamic defenders. Fast, big & strong. He played for 6 Premier League teams during his career. A career he didn't want to do.

Expert sleep tips used by pro footballers to play better
As the professional game intensifies, football clubs are looking for techniques to take them to the next level. Sleep is next on the agenda, and we're lucky enough to get advice from the world-leading expert in the field, Nick Littlehales.

Paper Talk: City struggling, VVD out, and Zlatan's still got it
Here's football4football's insight on the big stories in the game right now.