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Maddison Discusses Family Life During Injury Recovery

Tottenham midfielder James Maddison shares how his five young children, including twins, helped him during his recovery from an ACL injury.

22 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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James Maddison, a midfielder for Tottenham Hotspur, spoke about the impact of his family during his recovery from an ACL injury last season. He highlighted that having five children aged four and under, which includes a second set of twins, provided a helpful distraction during a challenging time.

Maddison noted that the demands of family life kept his mind occupied and aided his recovery process. He emphasized the joy that his children bring him amidst the difficulties of injury rehabilitation.

According to Maddison, balancing the responsibilities of parenting with his professional obligations has been rewarding, illustrating how personal circumstances can influence athletes' experiences during tough times. Though the injury was significant, the support of his family played a key role in his journey.

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