In 2002, the tragic death of Jeff Astle aged just 59 and
the findings that were made post-mortem, raised serious concerns for the game of football and sport in general.

 

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An ordinary man with an extraordinary talent.
For over 40 years, Jeff Astle was known for his outstanding footballing career at  Notts County and West Bromwich Albion and as a member of Sir Alf Ramsey's 1970 World Cup Squad. From May 2014, Jeff Astle will be remembered for the disease that killed him.

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English football introduces new guidance for heading

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FA to introduce new guidance on Heading.The FA is planning to limit the number of ‘higher force’ headers that a footballer can make in training to 10 in any one training week. Foundation trustee Dawn Astle said, “This will have a profound impact on the game.”