The League Paper

GETTING THE MOST OUT OF FESTIVE FRENZY…

by
The LeaguePaper Team
15 December 2019

DECEMBER 21, 26, 29…January 1, 4 - fi ve Football League fi xture dates in 15 days.
This is the infamous Christmas period that sets the scene for the rest of the season.
Heading into the weekend, six Football League clubs had won 15 points or less this season. Suddenly, there is an opportunity to pick up form and win 15 points in just 15 days.
So what are the keys to Christmas football? Everybody will have their own opinion but these are the lessons I have learned: 1. Players are human beings. In the quest for professionalism, do not deny them the opportunity to be part of their fami...

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