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An Interview with....................................

Phil Brown

Q1. Which Major Changes do you feel have taken place in English football over the past 10 years?

Transfer values have risen, Wages have increased, the influx of foreign players, the speed of the game, rules such as the back pass and stocks and shares.
Q2. What do you think our young players should work on, to develop in the game today?

Fitness, technique, strength, speed, concentration and dedication.
Q3. Do you have a preferred playing system?

Yes, I like 4-4-2, attacking system.
Q4. Have you been influenced in your coaching career?

Yes, I work closely with Sam Allardyce, and he has influenced me greatly. I believe that partnership and team work is valuable in football. Certain players I have worked with have also helped me mature as a coach.
Q5. Has this changed your philosophy on playing the game?

 Yes. When you go into depth in the game, you realise how detailed it can be.
Q6. What is your philosophy on playing the game?
Control the ball, and you'll control the score. The referee is always right, even when he's wrong. If you play to your full potential and enjoy the game, which is important, then rewards are certain to come your way. Attitude and commitment are vital.
Q7. What role does sports psychology play in your preparation?

You should always believe that you are as good, or better than your opponent. This belief can bring you a step closer to achieving your goals. Stats can be important. Good stats can give a large psychological advantage over your opponent.
Q8. Who is the most talented player you have coached and why?

Each player is talented in different ways ie; Michael Ricketts - Pace, power and strength. Eidur Gudjohnson - Touch, skill and technique. Colin Hendry - Professional attitude, vision, leader and good communicator.
Q9. Who is the funniest and why?

Ian Marshall. Relaxed outlook on the game, which helps to relax other players at the same time.
Q10. What is your worry, if any, on football today?

I have no main worries, just quality of refereeing. 
Q11. From the players you have managed/coached, name your best eleven you would like to see as a team?

Keith Brannagan
Neil Cox

Alan Stubbs

Colin Hendry

Robbie Elliot
Ricardo Gardner

Paul Warhurst

Per Frandsen

Alan Thompson

Dean Holdsworth

Eidur Gudjohnson

Q12. If football vanished, what would you become?

Singer. I often do Elvis impressions.
Q13 . What is your dream?
To become a Premier League Manager. Maybe to take over from Sam after 10 years.
Q14 . What are your three favourite practices that you use with your players?
1. Crossing and finishing.

2. Keep ball.

3. Head Tennis
A special thanks to Phil Brown. Phil provided some excellent answers. Good luck in the future.