DiscoverThe Big Man Up Top"Pele ran underneath it and back heeled it over his head and kept on running." - An Interview With Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson
"Pele ran underneath it and back heeled it over his head and kept on running." - An Interview With Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson

"Pele ran underneath it and back heeled it over his head and kept on running." - An Interview With Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson

Update: 2025-07-01
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Join Ed in this special episode of Big Man Up Top as he sits down with former footballer Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson. Derek shares his incredible journey from his early days in Bedlington, through his time playing for Ipswich Town and Wolverhampton Wanderers, to facing off against Pele in the United States. Discover how his chaotic life off the field led him to a transformative moment of faith, brining him to Jesus. Derek's heartfelt experiences and the wisdom he gained along the way are a must listen.


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We will be at the National Christian Football Festival at Harper Adams University on the 12-13th July, more information at https://gb.ambassadorsfootball.org/what-we-do/football-tournaments/national-christian-football-festival/

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"Pele ran underneath it and back heeled it over his head and kept on running." - An Interview With Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson

"Pele ran underneath it and back heeled it over his head and kept on running." - An Interview With Derek 'Chopper' Jefferson