Apparently the medical staff at Stoke City have told ex-England striker Michael Owen to sit up straight in an attempt to prevent any injuries he could incur from bad posture.
I know the former Liverpool man is notoriously injury prone but that is just ridiculous! If lounging on a bean bag has the potential to put you out of action then maybe it’s time to consider hanging up your boots.
Stupid injuries are nothing new in football however. Here’s one of the most ludicrous and ironic for your viewing pleasure.
Robert Lock