In the intense European National Championships schedule, the players' athleticism is under the spotlight. After a game, cramps occur from time to time. The England team has already prepared for the rainy days by preparing enough pickle juice, which is the "secret weapon" of the "Three Lions" to fight against cramps. Even if the players are plagued by cramps, they have no fear.
A look back at the England-Serbia clash until the final whistle. During the match, Jebbia had an unfortunate cramp and the medical team on the pitch acted quickly. They handed over two packets of mysterious drinks, which instantly attracted the attention of the British media. After investigation, one packet was a high-carbon water drink to help players replenish their energy; the other packet was pickle juice, which was used to relieve cramps.
Pickle juice is said to be 40% more effective in relieving cramps than drinking water alone. This is due to the fact that it is rich in sodium, potassium and acetic acid, which can effectively replenish electrolytes lost during exercise. In fact, pickled cucumber juice has been a popular remedy for players to relieve cramps for a few years now, and in the 2018/19 season, Arsenal's midfielder Lucas Tola couldn't stop vomiting after trying it against the Roadrunners. It turns out that this "secret juice" is effective, but it is also difficult to swallow.
