French rugby federation bans alcohol and proposes drug tests in bid to improve discipline
The organisation announced twenty new measures to change the behaviour in and around the squad. The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has introduced a ban on players drinking alcohol during national team gatherings as part of efforts to improve discipline following a series of controversies off the field this year. The sporting body has proposed a […]
1 year ago
Aaron Connolly thanks fans for “love and support” after alcohol addiction admission
The Galway native opened up about his mental health struggles on Friday. Ireland and Sunderland striker Aaron Connolly has thanked fans for their outpouring of love and support following an interview in which he opened up about his struggles with alcohol. The 24-year-old, who signed for Sunderland on 24th September after several months without a […]
1 year ago
“Bag of cider, packet of cigarettes” – Wayne Rooney gives it straight on how alcohol affected his career
“I had different issues.” Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has opened up on his relationship with alcohol and the impact that it had on his playing career. Rooney was only 16 years old when he made his Premier League debut for Everton, but never looked out of place as a boy playing in a […]
2 years ago
Roy Keane explains the frank but necessary process of giving up alcohol
“You have to go to rock bottom.” Roy Keane explained the frank but necessary process of giving up alcohol during a very honest conversation with snooker legend Ronnie O’Sullivan. On the latest episode of the Stick to Football podcast, the snooker legend was the guest and the conversation covered everything from sport to mental health, […]
2 years ago
Budweiser deletes response to World Cup alcohol stadium ban
The tweet didn’t stay up for long Budweiser has deleted a tweet from its official account responding to the shock news that alcohol will not be sold at World Cup stadiums in Qatar. Just two days before the 2022 World Cup kicks off in the Gulf State, it was confirmed by FIFA that beer and […]
3 years ago
Drinking in seats at football stadiums could soon be allowed again
Fans have been unable to drink at professional football matches in England since 1985 Drinking in seats at British football stadiums could be allowed for the first time in more than 30 years as part of a fan-led review into the game. While drinking is permitted on stadium concourses, drinking in seats has been prohibited […]
4 years ago