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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lisa Salmon

Rio Ferdinand on how his children didn’t listen to his footballing advice

Rio Ferdinand and his kids (Dan Kennedy/PA) -

As a former England and Manchester United football player, Rio Ferdinand has an exceptional knowledge about the beautiful game.

Yet when they were younger, his two eldest sons – both talented footballers themselves – wouldn’t listen to their dad’s footballing advice, preferring to follow only their coaches’ tips and tactics.

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