EPISODE · Aug 10, 2021 · 1H 17M
Episode 300 Pt 2: Exclusive Interview with Ryan Baldi about the English Football Academy system
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As a special extra to celebrate 300 episodes, an exclusive interview with football writer (BBC Sport, The Guardian, The Independent, World Soccer Mag) Ryan Baldi (@RyanBaldiFW) about what he learnt researching his new book 'The Dream Factory: Inside the Make-or-Break World of Football’s Academies'. As well as insights into the strengths and failings of the current academy system, we discussed the origins and long-term future of academies, the impact of Brexit, and Women's football (specifically Arsenal Women). A must for any fan of any club interested in youth development and the future of English football. Follow us on @DailyCannon and get regular news and updates 7 days a week at dailycannon.com
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As a special extra to celebrate 300 episodes, an exclusive interview with football writer (BBC Sport, The Guardian, The Independent, World Soccer Mag) Ryan Baldi (@RyanBaldiFW) about what he learnt researching his new book 'The Dream Factory: Inside the Make-or-Break World of Football’s Academies'. As well as insights into the strengths and failings of the current academy system, we discussed the origins and long-term future of academies, the impact of Brexit, and Women's football (specifically Arsenal Women). A must for any fan of any club interested in youth development and the future of English football. Follow us on @DailyCannon and get regular news and updates 7 days a week at dailycannon.com
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