London, Aug 20 : Stoke City striker Dave Kitson has claimed that listening to iPods in the dressing room crushes team morale during crucial moments before kick-off.
“I find iPods one of the most anti-social things to have come into the changing room,” The Sun quoted Kitson, as saying.
“Changing rooms should be buzzing with anticipation and energy before a game, but more and more I see players slumped around in their own world, generally looking miserable,” he added.
The 34-year-old further said that music can be a great motivational tool, but it would work better if everyone listens to the same thing and talk to each other.
“I like to think music should be used to get you up for a game of football - not for relaxing you. Football is not relaxing,” he added.
Footballers are frequently spotted listening to music on their iPods, particularly while travelling to away matches. (ANI)
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