Soccer players talk retirement: '10 years of my life went into the abyss'

Soccer players talk retirement: ’10 years of my life went into the abyss’

Soccer players talk retirement: ’10 years of my life went into the abyss’ Retirement can be daunting for everyone, but it’s even more challenging for former athletes to adjust to ‘normal life’ and a loss of identity. Five former players tell ESPN about their difficult transitions.

Retirement can be daunting for everyone, but it’s even more challenging for former athletes to adjust to ‘normal life’ and a loss of identity. Five former players tell ESPN about their difficult transitions. Read More

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