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  Clint Dempsey

  Fulham and USA hotshot

  A Stars and Stripes hero and central figure at Craven Cottage, the American's daredevil approach, crucial goals and assists have established him as a Premier League star.

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  Duncan French

  Toon's strength and conditioning coach

  As well as whipping the Newcastle United players into shape, French has worked with Great Britain's Olympic basketball program and the English Institute of Sport.

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  Simon Bitcon

  Head of fitness, Manchester City

  Simon's been putting City's globetrotting stars through their paces since joining from Blackburn Rovers in 2008.

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  Bobby Zamora

  QPR and England striker

  Made his name at Brighton with 77 goals in 130 appearances, before going on to lead the line for Tottenham, West Ham, Fulham and now QPR. His industry and eye for goal earned him international recognition with England.

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