What does it take to go from the streets of Belfast to the Premier League and beyond? In this powerful and often humorous TEDx talk, former professional footballer Paul McVeigh shares the life-changing lessons behind world-class performance, and the beliefs that hold us back. From training with football legend Jürgen Klinsmann to doing yoga alone in a locker room of sceptical teammates, Paul reveals how dreams begin, how doubt creeps in, and what happens when you believe anyway. With three unforgettable stories, and one unforgettable Aunt Jean, Paul explores the real psychology of belief and performance. Whether you're leading a team, chasing a dream, or simply trying to believe in yourself again, this talk might just change how you see what’s possible. “What if one small belief was the difference between watching from the sidelines… and scoring your own goal?” Paul McVeigh is a former Premier League footballer who played for clubs including Tottenham Hotspur, Norwich City, and representing Northern Ireland internationally. After retiring, Paul transitioned into performance psychology, driven by a passion for understanding what separates good from great in both sport and business.Now a sought-after speaker, coach, and author of The Stupid Footballer is Dead, he works with global organisations and elite performers to improve mindset, resilience, and high performance. Paul combines lived experience at the top level of sport with evidence-based psychological strategies, helping individuals and teams unlock their full potential. His engaging, practical approach continues to inspire audiences in sport, business, and beyond. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx