Oi, lads & ladies! This week on DADS United, Rob and Dave take to the pitch with a proper legend of the force, Stephen – a retired copper and detective with 40 years on the clock. This isn’t your usual kickabout; it’s part one of a cracking deep dive into life as a top-tier dad while patrolling the mean streets.

Stephen opens up about raising his two lads (now fully grown strikers in life) while keeping law and order. It’s a mix of the good, the bad, and the downright ugly sides of parenting – straight from the bobby’s mouth. We’re talking honest reflections on handling kids, the fine line between discipline and support, and why you shouldn’t rush to point fingers at those who’ve had a dodgy run-in with the law.

There’s plenty of extra-time banter too, including tips on spotting if your kids are hanging out with the wrong crowd, handling the offside traps of drugs and booze, and staying on the ball with your youngsters’ mates.

So lace up, grab a pint, and settle in – this is just the start of a multi-part series with those who keep the peace for us. It’s one for the dads, the fans, and anyone trying to score some parenting goals. Cheers!