Pre-Season in the Dominican Republic

At eight years old, I had a decision most young footballers only dream about: where should I begin my academy journey? I had spent time around development centres at Chelsea, Arsenal and Watford. Each offered something different, but I chose Arsenal. Watch Jordan Antonio Brown discuss Why I Chose Arsenal Over Chelsea at Eight Years…

Across academy football, trials and my time in Canada, I faced players who later reached the international stage. At the time, they were opponents to solve on the pitch. Looking back, I can see why some of those matchups have stayed with me. Watch Jordan Antonio Brown discuss Playing Against Future International Stars Before They…

Ten years after my West Ham first-team debut in the Europa League, I looked back at the route to that moment. The season before had been affected by injury, so I did not assume an opportunity would arrive. Pre-season started early because of the European schedule, and I joined a group training with senior players…

The COVID period changed the rhythm of football for players at every level. Matches, training and the ordinary routine of being part of a team were disrupted. In this video I reflect on how that period affected my career and the decisions around it. Watch Jordan Antonio Brown discuss Football During COVID: A Career Interrupted….