Maddison credits twins for distraction from ACL injury

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison said that the distraction of his young family helped him cope with a serious ACL injury that kept him out of action last season. The 26‑year‑old revealed on a club media platform that he has five children under the age of five, including a second set of twins, and that the demands of parenting kept his mind off the rehabilitation process.

Maddison’s injury, sustained during the 2023‑24 campaign, required surgery and a lengthy recovery period that sidelined him for several months. While he was unable to contribute on the pitch, he remained involved with the squad through training sessions and team meetings, citing the routine of caring for his children as a steady source of motivation and mental relief. The midfielder’s return to full fitness is expected ahead of the final stretch of the Premier League season, where he will be looking to add depth to Tottenham’s midfield rotation.