Mullin's new chapter in Wigan
Paul Mullin has undergone a new start this season, because he went on loan from Wigan Athletic from Wigan Athletic. He spoke with the Sky Sports Essential EFL podcast about finally a good pre-season in after previous setbacks and their goals for the campaign.
“This year has been much smoother for me,” he said. “My most important focus was to stay fit through the preseason, which is crucial after missing in previous seasons. I wanted to avoid injuries that were outside of my control, and I feel as strong and ready as always the season. When the Gaffer calls me, I am 100 percent ready.
“Wigan voelde om verschillende redenen als de juiste plek. Het is een op de gemeenschap gebaseerde club, die mij aanspreekt, en het is dicht bij huis voor mijn zoon. Spreken met de gaffer was ook de sleutel. Zijn visie op voetbal en de plannen die hij voor mij schetste, waren perfect in lijn met hoe ik een grote club kan maken met een geschiedenis van succes en ik wilde een spannende periode maken en ik hoop dat we een spannende periode kunnen spelen, en ik hoop dat we een spannende periode kunnen spelen, And I hope we can play an exciting period, and I hope we can play an exciting period.
“I never want to prove that others are wrong; I want to prove myself well. Last season was not personally not ideal, but I concentrate on playing and being part of a successful team. Scoring goals is great, but the main goal is team success. I am proud of my career so far and I am enthusiastic to keep reaching.
“This movement represents a new chapter. Life offers opportunities to take new paths, and I am enthusiastic about what awaits us. I look forward to contributing to the success of Wigan, enjoying my football and proudly writing the next chapter of my career.”
Mothersille: Stockport made me feel wanted
Malik Mothersille made the switch from Peterborough to Stockport County in the summer and the striker scored earlier this month on his debut.
“The club has invested so much in me that I feel desired, and that is one of the most important things as a player. It forces you to pay back faith, to work hard every day and to keep developing. Since I arrived, they have always been clear that they want to make me a better player who helps me and the team.
“I feel that I have adjusted very well. I am surrounded by really good players, some with Premier League experience, and you can immediately see the increase in quality. That drives the standards in training and increases my own game. Sessions are intense, the quality is high and it pushes me to keep developing.
“Choosing stockport was about everything that came together. I spoke with the manager and the staff and they showed me the project. After I played against them last year, I saw how strong they were, and when the club invested in me, I thought it was the perfect step. The club rises quickly, has big plans and top players and I want to be part of that trip.
“Manchester feels a bit on London [where I grew up]So setting up has been good. There is some traffic! But apart from that it was easy. This season I have personal goals for goals and assists, but I keep them for myself.
“I can play anywhere at the front. Whether it is at the top, on the wing or in 10, I just want to play. That adaptability is one of my strengths and it means that I can help the team in different ways.”
Mcatee about self -improvement to help Bolton
John Mcatee hopes that Bolton can improve their disappointing show from last season, because they have missed the play-offs of League One. He also discussed what Baas Steven Schumacher wants from his side, and how he worked on himself in the summer to improve.
“The Gaffer wants us to take risks on the ball. He knows that players are going to lose possession, but it is about the reactions and being positive. He has made it clear that he wants us to try things and even make mistakes, because that way you improve. If you don't try it, nothing will come off.
“I prepared much better this year than in previous seasons. It is a big year for me and for the club, so I wanted to cut off, move around the field better and be more professional.
“The game has also changed. Years ago, boys can come back from the break in all kinds of circumstances, but now everyone returns fit and strong. If you are not at De Standaard, you will get behind. I wanted to give myself the best chance and are directly on the top of the group in running and fitness.
“I see myself more as an attacking midfielder, using my energy to get up and down and contribute to goals and assists. In the end I just want to be in the best condition to help the team.”
Cabia and a dream start for Grimsby
Maze Kabia could hardly have moved geographically when he switched from Truro City to Grimsby Town in the summer and also made the leap from National League South to League Two. And the 25-year-old Irish striker enjoyed a dream start for life in the EFL and scored in all three of his first games in all games.
“I have always been someone who has supported my own capacity and wanted to prove that people were wrong. I knew that I was able to do what I do, but the start I made is incredible. That is huge thanks to the Gaffer, the background team and my teammates. They earn the praise as much as I do.
“As a striker it is important to hit the ground in a new environment. Fortunately I have done that, but I am not someone to rest on my laurels. I want to continue, score more goals and by the end of the season I want people to see me as a productive striker in the competition.
“I grew up on the coast in Ireland, then went to Scotland, then to Truro in Cornwall, and now here in Grimsby. I am a little used to traveling and I enjoyed it every minute.
“My journey has been a roller coaster. I started at Cobh Ramblers and then went to Shelbourne where we won the competition, then to Livingston in Scotland. I had a few bad injuries that kept my progress, but moving to Truro helped me to enjoy my football again.
“Now I just want to play on my face with a smile, contribute to the team and keep score goals.”
Flint is intended to extend the career
Aden Flint is now 36 but still excels like an EFL defender. In the summer he joined Walsall and hopes to play as many matches as possible and help the club to overcome their heartache from missing promotion last season.
“I don't get younger. I want to keep playing as long as I can play as many football matches as I can and extend my career. If I can add a promotion to it, it would be great. It is a good opportunity for me and I think it fits perfectly at this stage of my career.
“I try to take care of myself a little better than four, five, six years ago. I do the right things, eat the right food and recovery the best thing I can. It is also about managing myself, not doing too much if I don't train or play. To stay injury -free and stay on top of it.
“At the age I am now, it is a bit easier to get to a new club. When I was younger, I always had that nervousness and butterflies. I still get it now, but I know how it works. You have the joke to break the ice and part of it is a great honor.
“I think the boys should use the heartache of last year as fuel to do better. There is nothing worse than coming all the way to the final and losing. Hopefully I can use my experience to help them as much as possible.”