Enda McNulty: The Psychology of a Big Game
26 March - 21 mins
Podcast Series
Newstalk Daily
It’s down to this. A win-or-lose night in Prague, with Ireland facing a higher-ranked Czech side in what's shaping up to be the defining game of their World Cup campaign. But long before a ball is kicked, the real battle is already underway — inside the players’ heads.
On today’s podcast, Ciara Doherty looks at what happens in those final hours before kick-off. The noise, the nerves, the pressure, and how elite athletes learn to manage it all when everything is on the line. From blocking out distractions and handling expectation, to building belief and staying calm under pressure, what separates those who thrive from those who falter?
Performance coach and former Armagh footballer Enda M...
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