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My Mate's A Footballer - How Much Impact Can a New Manager Really Have? - BBC Sounds

My Mate's A Footballer

How Much Impact Can a New Manager Really Have?How Much Impact Can a New Manager Really Have?

Released On: 23 Nov 2023

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Early into their relationship, Joe & Pat discuss everything that new managers can change.

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