The Roma stalwart has his critics, and could have won more trophies elsewhere, but his appeal is in his simplicity

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Clitheroe 0 Consett 1, 20/08/2016, Shawbridge, FA Cup preliminary round – Images by WSC Photography

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What happens to footballers when the game’s up
by Alan Gernon
Pitch Publishing, £9.99
Reviewed by Tim Springett
From WSC 356 October 2016

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After reading the back cover blurb, where this account of footballers’ lives is described as “the ultimate where are they now”, one is prepared for a horrifying catalogue of alcohol and drug addiction, marriage break-ups, disability, bankruptcy, prison sentences and suicides. Perhaps fortunately, the content doesn’t truly warrant this apocalyptic preview.

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The National League South club are finding a new way to change ownership models within football
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The cups presented for many modern competitions often lack the appeal of their predecessors
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