Charity advises Ipswich Town fans on promotion-push nerves

He added that the brain did not always recognise the difference between the stress brought on by a match and that of being in physical danger.

This causes cortisol to increase, something that can be combated by focusing on the things you can control, exercising, and talking.

"The wellbeing of people was affected last time; celebrating had a positive impact on stress levels," he said.

"Football brings people together and match day has a real buzz of people coming together and talking - it is unique to the sport."

He added that it was important to equip ourselves with the tools to calm down.