The Dilemma of Building a New Stadium

A lifelong Newcastle fan contemplates the rumors of constructing a new stadium while preserving the iconic St. James's Park, with insights from Alan Shearer advocating for a new stadium close to the current location. The chapter humorously discusses the historic slope at St. James's Park and the sentimental attachment football fans have with their team's stadium. The conversation delves into factors influencing injuries in football, the evolution of player workload, and debates on modern game intensity leading to more stoppages and potential injury risks.