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TIPS for surviving in an industry rigged against you.
TIPS for surviving in an industry rigged against you.
By unveiling the hidden costs and systemic failures that have tarnished the sport's reputation, Football for Sale aims to catalyse meaningful change in order to empower current and former administrators, coaches, players, fans, and all stakeholders to come together and reclaim the true spirit of football - a game that should ultimately unite, inspire, and uplift people around the world.
Your Ultimate Guide to the world game.
Your Ultimate Guide to the world game.
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Following are three excerpts from Football for Sale. Throughout the book, you'll find vital tips, hard-earned recommendations, and realistic outcomes like the ones below—essential tools for surviving and making informed decisions in an often ruthless and exploitative industry:
dealing with agents.
dealing with agents.
There are several strategies available to avoid being scammed by deceitful individuals in the industry claiming to be licensed agents. These include, but are not limited to:
Ensure that the agent is licensed by FIFA and any of the six continental federations or the local country’s football federation. This can be verified through official channels. Players should be encouraged to work with licensed and reputable agents, and agents should be transparent about their services and fees, ensuring that players understand what they are paying for and what they can expect from the agent’s services.
Authentic agents do not demand upfront payments. If an agent asks for money before providing services, it is more than likely a scam.
Players should seek legal advice before signing any contracts. Legitimate agents will encourage players to seek legal support.
When in doubt, consult player unions or organisations like FIFPRO. These channels can provide clarity and support.
limited opportunities in lower leagues.
limited opportunities in lower leagues.
For all the glamour and financial windfalls associated with elite football, life in the lower leagues is a starkly different reality—one characterised by modest earnings, limited job security, and a lack of support for life after football. Players in lower leagues often live paycheck to paycheck, earning far less than their top-tier counterparts and facing significant challenges when their playing days come to an end. They often lack the resources and opportunities afforded to their top-flight peers. Their contracts are shorter, their salaries modest, and their access to career transition programs minimal. Unlike their top-tier counterparts, they are not playing for multi-million-pound clubs that can afford to invest in robust post-retirement planning initiatives.
The disparity becomes painfully clear. Football associations around the world have repeatedly highlighted the struggles faced by lower league players in transitioning out of football, with these players particularly requiring... continue reading in Football for Sale to learn more. Available now.
Challenges for Aspiring Foreign Footballers in Domestic Leagues and Academies.
Challenges for Aspiring Foreign Footballers in Domestic Leagues and Academies.
Embarking on a football career abroad is a dream for many young talent worldwide. However, this journey is fraught with challenges that extend beyond the deceit of unscrupulous agents. Aspiring foreign footballers often encounter stringent regulations imposed by domestic football associations, clubs, and immigration officials designed to prioritise the development of local talent. These rules can significantly limit opportunities for foreign players, making it imperative to understand the landscape before pursuing such ambitions.
Explore the regulations in the United Kingdom and Italy by clicking on the flags below. Each tile reveals key insights that shape football in these countries. To uncover how these rules compare across Europe’s major football hubs, order your copy of Football for Sale.
england: efl and
non-league regulations
england: efl and
non-league regulations
In the English Football League (EFL)—which covers the Championship, League One, and League Two—clubs must include a minimum of seven “club-developed” players in matchday squads. While not nationality-based, this rule ensures that players trained within the country feature regularly. Non-League football (National League and below) follows even stricter financial constraints, making it uncommon for clubs to rely heavily on foreign talent. Clubs in these divisions typically sign domestic players due to budget limitations rather than explicit regulations.
Italian football has long been known for its emphasis on homegrown players, with rules requiring clubs to field a set number of Italian-trained players in matchday squads. The Italian lower leagues also have salary caps, making it financially unviable for most clubs to recruit foreign talent in large numbers.
Again, like Spain, if an 'opportunity' is presented to you by someone you feel is an industry 'bad actor', then it’s likely a scam for a quick cash grab by the questionable individual and club in question. Be extra cautious.
If that caught your attention, then what YOU'LL READ will blow the whistle on football like never before!
If that caught your attention, then what YOU'LL READ will blow the whistle on football like never before!
Your Ultimate Guide to the world game.
Your Ultimate Guide to the world game.
Football for Sale is now available online and through 45,000+ global retailers and libraries, giving rare, unfiltered access to the hidden realities of modern football. Or ask for it at your local bookstore or independent retailer. ISBN 979-12-210-9138-0.
💻 Online and AI keyword search: "football for sale book exposé corruption"
We've made ordering your copy easy via this website—click here.
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