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THE SECRET PLAYER

“I’ve seen nude sketches that some fans have done of players”

I’VE HAD more clubs than Tiger Woods and I’ve seen a lot of different fan bases. The best thing is consistency in support. I’ve been at clubs where things aren’t going well, you might have a crap coach or be in a transitional period and the product on the field is abject. And fans jump on your back.

I’ve been booed by

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