Phil Jones: Overcoming Abuse Online & My Man Utd Story (E292)

Phil Jones is a professional footballer best known for his time with Manchester United and the England national team. Renowned for his versatility and defensive skill, Phil’s career has been shaped by both incredible highs and personal challenges. His journey from Blackburn Rovers to Manchester United made him one of the sport's most recognisable faces.In this episode, Phil opens up his experiences in football, from the excitement of joining Manchester United to the difficulties of dealing with injuries. He discusses with Jake and Damian the mental toll that self-doubt, fear, and constant pressure took on him, and how he managed to rediscover his passion for the game. Phil also recounts his early triumph of winning the Premier League at just 21 and the realisation of what it truly means to play for a club as demanding as United. He shares lessons he’s learned from working under legendary managers like Sir Alex Ferguson. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone facing struggles, particularly young athletes, and provides a rare glimpse into the personal and professional challenges of a Premier League footballer.🚨 PartnersHuel 👉 Join some of the world’s top performers and millions globally choosing Huel everyday to shortcut their nutrition. Unlock your offer today at: https://hppod.co/HuelRunningHeights 👉 https://hppod.co/Heights Get 20% off your subscription by using Code: HP20FORA 👉 Claim a free day pass at any Fora workspace and find the perfect home for your business here: https://hppod.co/FORAHPExplore offers and discounts through our other partners:https://hppod.co/partners

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Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves.We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness.​ No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share.On High Performance we find out what non-negotiable behaviours they employed to get them to the top and keep them there.**Want to get the most from High Performance? Download the new High Performance app for FREE to access every episode, enjoy exclusive documentary and masterclass content. You’ll get instant access to insights from the world’s best, will receive daily motivational boosts and can create your own personalised High Performance playlists.Simply click here or search High Performance in the App store to get started.