What is it like to defend Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo; two of the greatest players of all time; and sustain an 18 year professional career at the top level?

In Episode 114 of How to Become a Professional Footballer, Adrian Mariappa pulls back the curtain on life as a true veteran of the game. From the Premier League to international football, Mapps shares the secrets behind his longevity and the mindset that kept him competing with the best year after year.

In this episode, we cover:
• What it was like marking Messi and Ronaldo on the pitch
• The habits and discipline that allowed him to play professionally for nearly two decades
• Lessons from captaining and representing Jamaica on the international stage
• The realities of sustaining a career when younger players are always fighting for your spot
• His advice for overlooked and late blooming players who want to build a career that lasts

This is a rare opportunity to hear directly from someone who has lived the dream at the highest level and stayed there.

⚽ If you are serious about going pro this episode will show you what it really takes to build a career with staying power.