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Italia 90 Legacy Shows How England’s Sports Science Revolution Began

Italia 90 Legacy Shows How England’s Sports Science Revolution Began

16 Jun 2026

England’s 1990 World Cup campaign is being revisited as a turning point for modern preparation. Bleep tests, heart-rate monitoring, nutrition planning and stricter recovery habits helped move the national team away from older routines, setting a standard that now feels normal in elite football.

Source: The Guardian

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Italia 90 Legacy Shows How England’s Sports Science Revolution Began — PP Football