#5 Want to be a football pro?

    #5 Want to be a football pro?

    You've probably dreamt of winning the Premiership, scoring the winning goal in the Cup final or leading your country at the World Cup.

    But have you really got what it takes to follow in the footsteps of your favorite star?

    We decided to find out what it takes to become a professional footballer

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