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Dragoș Gîlicea, Eagles U12 coach: "We have a great mix of talent and discipline"
Dragoș Gîlicea, Eagles U12 coach: “We have a great mix of talent and discipline”

Dragoș Gîlicea, Eagles U12 coach: “We have a great mix of talent and discipline”

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A new season is starting and coach Dragoș Gîlicea is ready to take his U12 Eagles team to glory! His U11 group had the best results from the Academy last season and finished without defeat in the Echo League. After a 4th place in a strong friendly tournament in Serbia, Gîlicea and his players continued their pursuit for a trophy, before the enforced break. His confidence is high, though, at the start of a new campaign. Speaking for our fan…

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Become a professional: stay motivated, work hard, think quick, be a team player!
Become a professional: stay motivated, work hard, think quick, be a team player!

Become a professional: stay motivated, work hard, think quick, be a team player!

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Its the 1st of September and the technical staff at Eagles Football Academy is getting ready for a new challenge: the 2020/2021 season in the London Premier Youth League. With a week left until training starts, coach Sorin Dinu spoke about the challenges of last season and also about the big plans the Academy has. He’s a fan of the way Barcelona works with its youngsters and thinks the lack of impact Romanians have in European football is caused by…

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5 keys to success in youth football, according to sports psychologists
5 keys to success in youth football, according to sports psychologists

5 keys to success in youth football, according to sports psychologists

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How important is psychology in the development of youth players? While sports psychologists are usually more concerned with instilling moral values in their players, rather than skills, the coaches have the task of teaching the game to the young ones. But all the specialists understand that “building” a future champions requires time and attention to every aspect regarding the mind. A player must learn the core values that drive him to succes from a young age – according to exploringyourmind.com…

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The life of an Eagles mother: "Football is everything!"
The life of an Eagles mother: “Football is everything!”

The life of an Eagles mother: “Football is everything!”

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Just two weeks left until the start of the 2020/2021 season and the children are not the only ones preparing for a big campaign. The parents of our youngsters have a vital role in the development of the players and some of them put a real effort to fulfil the football dream. The mother of one of our players told us what it means to be part of the Eagles family and how she works throughout the day, so that…

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A love letter for football: "11 opponents, a ball and a whistle. This is your life!"
A love letter for football: “11 opponents, a ball and a whistle. This is your life!”

A love letter for football: “11 opponents, a ball and a whistle. This is your life!”

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He played for Manchester United, Real Madrid and PSG, but he still feels like the little kid that grew up in Argentina, while working alongside his father. This is Angel Di Maria’s love letter for football. We already know football loves him back. It’s a bit heartbreaking and a bit touching. Enjoy: “What are you up to this Monday? I’ve got training. What are you doing on Tuesday? I’ve got training. What are you doing on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday?…

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The Sports Nutrition Pyramid, in one photo
The Sports Nutrition Pyramid, in one photo

The Sports Nutrition Pyramid, in one photo

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A balanced food intake is essential for the development of young athletes. Health professionals advise eating a wide variety of foods, as the best way for obtaining essential nutrients. Using the chart below you can establish a healthy mixure of ingredients for your daily diet. You need carbohydrates for energy, fruits and vegetables for vitamins, and try to stay away from sweets as much as possible. Also, keep in mind that active people need plenty of fluid. Dehydration not only…

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