With death on the pitch
Description
With Death on the Pitch is an investigative documentary that tries to discover why these athletes are dying sudden deaths in disturbing numbers. Indications are that powerful analgesics may be to blame. In the world of professional soccer, it is quite normal for players to fill themselves with powerful painkillers to combat joint pain simply to make it onto the pitch. With Death on the Pitch investigates fatalities in Denmark, Norway and Portugal.
Runtime
60 min
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Genre
Date of Publication
2006
Database
Alexander Street
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