Why Lydia Bedford left her job in men’s football for an upstart Canadian league
After a history-making appointment at Brentford, the former Leicester City boss is hoping to build a new legacy
After spending a month at the 2024 Under-17 World Cup with England, Lydia Bedford returned to her home in early November, ready to settle back into routine. She wasn’t looking for a new job. She wasn’t thinking about leaving Premier League club Brentford, where she managed the U-18 squad. If anything, she was eager to focus on the season ahead.
Then, she got a text from her agent.
