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Beautiful Game and the Ugly Truth: Football's Tragic Link with Dementia

Beautiful Game and the Ugly Truth: Football's Tragic Link with Dementia

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Uncover the hidden truth behind the beautiful game.The Beautiful Game and the Ugly Truth exposes football's tragic link to dementia, revealing the devastating impact on players and their families.

Kieran Gill's emotive examination unearths the evidence, from Jeff Astle's death being ruled as a consequence of heading footballs to Dr. Willie Stewart's groundbreaking FIELD study finding former footballers are three-and-a-half times more likely to die of neurodegenerative disease.

Explore the personal stories of football legends and their battles with dementia, and the ongoing fight for player safety. Discover:

  • The science behind brain injuries in football
  • The controversies surrounding concussion protocols
  • The fight for recognition and support for former players
Is football a killer? This investigation seeks answers and demands change. Perfect for football fans, sports enthusiasts, and anyone concerned about the long-term health of athletes.

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Pub dateSep 1, 2022
ISBN-101801501181
ISBN-139781801501187
LanguageEnglish
Last updated 2026-09-14 10:12
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