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Jake and Damian welcome former England footballer Joleon Lescott to High Performance, discussing the highs and lows of his career, the influential people in his life and the challenges he faced on and off the pitch.
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Joleon Lescott is best known for his time at clubs including Everton and Manchester City, contributing to City's Premier League triumphs in 2012 and 2014 and earning numerous caps for England.
In this conversation, Joleon opens up about the resilience instilled in him by his parents and the intimidating environment of his early football years. He discusses growing up after a life-changing accident as a child and how football helped him to handle taunts about his scars.
Moving to Manchester City, he talks about his initial reluctance to discuss the transfer and the feeling of stepping into a squad filled with top-tier players. He also recounts his mixed relationship with managers Mark Hughes and Roberto Mancini, and praises coach Glenn Hoddle for getting the best out of him as a player.
Reflecting on Man City’s dramatic Premier League victory in 2012, Joleon expresses his happiness and gratitude in the moments that followed. He also addresses criticism faced by the club since he signed, emphasising the dedication and teamwork behind their success.
This episode provides an unfiltered view to the challenges and triumphs of a Premier League and International footballer, highlighting the significance of perseverance and personal growth both on and off the field.
0:00 Introduction
0:41 What Is High Performance?
1:05 Physical VS Mental
4:44 Best Player You've Played Against?
8:05 Big Fish In a Small Pond
11:44 Football In The 90s
14:42 Head Scars
22:32 Man City Memories
31:42 The City Dream
33:59 Manager Feuds
40:37 Winning The Premier League
54:16 Manuel Pellegrini's Influence
58:17 Leaving Man City
59:32 Man City's 115 Charges
1:02:08 Pep Guardiola & The New City
1:11:39 Quick-Fire Questions
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