Whether it's the race for fourth, the fight for the title or the relegation scrap, teams will look for any possible advantage.
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So beyond the normal motivations of glory and saving grace, extra incentives for securing a win are not uncommon. Nor are forfeits for defeat.
Here we take a look at some of the alternative ways to motivate a football team with some classic examples.
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