EDITOR'S PICKS

EDITOR'S PICKS

The Life After Football team is highly diverse. Our shared love for football is the common thread. These are our personal picks, thoughtfully selected and shaped by the theme of this issue.

MOOVV YOUR BODY, CLEAR YOUR MIND

With an office job and a busy life, it’s surprisingly easy to spend most of the day sitting. Between meetings, emails and deadlines, the hours fly by before you even realize you barely moved. And as a mom, life outside work doesn’t exactly slow down either. School runs, sports practice, dinner, family time — it sometimes feels like you’re literally juggling all the balls in the air.
That’s exactly why I’ve come to appreciate brands like Moovv. For me, movement isn’t about extreme workouts or strict routines. It’s about creating moments during the day where you can reset, clear your head and reconnect with your body. A walk outside, a short workout or simply taking time to move — it makes a huge difference in both energy and focus.
What I really like about Moovv is that it’s not just about fitness. It truly feels like a lifestyle brand. It represents a mindset where movement becomes part of your everyday life instead of something you have to ‘fit in’. The quality of the products reflects that as well — thoughtful design, comfortable materials and pieces that you actually want to wear throughout the day.
In a world where we’re constantly balancing work, family and social life, movement becomes more than exercise. It becomes a way to stay grounded.

Larissa Merfol
Partnership Manager

moovvmore.nl

WHERE LUXURY MEETS THE HEART OF AMSTERDAM

Minor Hotels is a collection of hotels where design and gastronomy play a key role. I recently stopped by one of the group’s locations, Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky in Amsterdam, right in the heart of the city, directly opposite the Royal Palace Amsterdam. Its location makes it an easy base for meetings or a quick weekend break. From the moment you walk in, the service feels warm. The vibe is modern and creative, with plenty of space to sit, work, and reset. For dinner, head to The White Room, and for a great cocktail, The Tailor Bar. Minor Hotels is a strong pick if you like comfort, great service, and a stylish feel.

Jord de Vries
Partnership Manager

minorhotels.com

LESS WAITING, MORE COFFEE: THE ELETTA ULTRA

Cold brew coffee is known for its smooth, refreshing taste, but the traditional preparation method usually requires a lot of patience — often up to twelve hours of steeping before it’s ready to drink. With the introduction of the De’Longhi Eletta Ultra, that process becomes a lot simpler: this fully automatic coffee machine can prepare a cold brew in just five minutes.
This is made possible by De’Longhi’s Cold Extraction Technology, which creates a comparable flavour experience to the traditional method in a short time. For fans of cold coffee drinks, this means you no longer need to plan hours ahead to enjoy a cold brew.
The Eletta Ultra also offers more than fifty hot and cold coffee recipes. From espresso and cappuccino to filter coffee, flat white and iced latte — everything is clearly organised and ready with the press of a button.
With LatteCrema Hot & Cool Technology, the machine automatically creates hot or cold milk foam, suitable for both regular milk and plant-based alternatives. Coffee can also be fully customised with different aroma settings, temperatures and cup sizes.
Every coffee moment — sorted quickly and easily.

Gillermo Kuling
Partnership Manager

delonghi.com

PURE WATER, PURE STYLE.

The LARQ Pitcher gives tap water an upgrade. Thanks to the combination of PureVis™ technology and the Nano Zero filter, unwanted substances are effectively reduced while taste and freshness are preserved. The result is clear, pure and fresh-tasting water, glass after glass. Functional, sleek and designed for the modern interior: LARQ proves that innovation and design come together effortlessly in one stylish essential.

Gilliano Nijman
Creative Director

larq.com

THE GAME THROUGH A DIFFERENT LENS

Football has always evolved, but now for the first time it’s allowing fans to step directly into the referee’s shoes. With the introduction of Ref Cams, referees will wear small cameras to capture the game from their own point of view, offering fans a completely new angle on key moments. While not used for live play, these near-instant replays bring viewers closer to the action and highlight the split-second decisions referees must make. The technology reflects a broader shift: football embracing innovation to look at things from a new angle, deepen understanding and enhance the viewing experience.

Nikolay Demishin
Digital Content & Strategy Manager

gopro.com

BUILD YOUR OWN WORLD CUP

With the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in the United States, Mexico and Canada on the horizon, football fans are already getting excited. For every young football player, winning the iconic World Cup and lifting it for their country is the ultimate dream. This time, you can make that dream come true in your own way. With the new LEGO® set, you build your own detailed replica of the famous trophy — a must-have for football fans and a perfect showpiece for your desk or display cabinet, or a fun accessory on match days.

Reinout Eijkman
Social Strategy & Content Creative

lego.com

VENTUNO SKYLOUNGE – DINNER ABOVE THE CITY

Ventuno Skylounge is one of those places in Amsterdam where the setting immediately stands out. Located on the 21st floor, the space combines Italian classics with an international twist and the atmosphere of a New York dinner club, all surrounded by a panoramic view over the city.
What I like about Ventuno is how one evening feels like several experiences in one. You arrive for dinner while the atmosphere slowly builds with music in the background. Later in the evening the space becomes more lively with DJs and live music, while the skyline of Amsterdam slowly lights up around you.
It is that mix of good food, music and the city as a backdrop that makes Ventuno a place where you easily stay longer than planned.

Fleur van den Broek
Creative Stylist & Project Manager

ventunoskylounge.com