EP90: Taylor Allen (Wycombe Wanderers Defender)

Taylor Allen grew up in Staffordshire and began his professional career with Forest Green Rovers. After several loan spells, he then joined Walsall FC where he won the club's Player of the Season award and was named in the League Two team of the year for 2025, accumulating 18 goal involvements in all competitions. This earned him a moved to League One Wycombe Wanderers for an undisclosed fee. In a moving and poignant episode, Taylor describes how the tragic passing of his father was marked by the players and staff at Walsall FC. He outlines the individuals who have shaped his psychology, and on a personal level, the psychological factors that influence taking set pieces. Taylor also describes the importance of confidence and how he maintains a high level of self-belief. We also discuss the psychology behind Walsall's challenging end to the 2024/25 season, and what it was like to prepare for a play-off final at Wembley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices