Why do so many Aussie footballers stay fit in the A-League, then break down as soon as they move to Europe?

In this episode of Green & Gold FC, we are joined by Dr Adam Field, a Lecturer in Sport Science and Elite Performance at Manchester Metropolitan University. Adam specialises in football performance, recovery and athlete development, and helps explain why Aussie players may be more injury-prone overseas.

We talk about:

• What a sport scientist actually does

• Why European academies produce stronger and more physically prepared players

• How season length, climate, training loads and harder pitches may increase injury risk

• Why strength and conditioning is one of the biggest factors Australia can improve

• Whether late starters can catch up on missed physical development

• The risks of following random gym advice online

• How long flights, travel and jet lag can raise injury risk

• Why ACL injuries are more common in the women’s game

Whether you are a player, coach or fan, this episode offers clear and practical insight into a problem Australian football has struggled with for years.

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