The latest @watfordpodcast with @MarvinSordell has completely changed my outlook on footballers. I was critical of Ben's tweets after the Swansea game but I think it's easy to forget, in the heat of the moment, what footballers think and feel. After all they are just blokes...
Ben posted two light-hearted tweets which combined with the raw emotion of a defeat, did hurt me. I felt Ben didn't appreciate how gutted I was. That judgement was purely based on those tweets. When in reality, that's what he chose to post and how he coped with the situation...
I think the Cycling GK channel is brilliant. It's given Watford and football fans an unique access into the life of a professional footballer. I love that Ben has a passion for it and he is giving us the opportunity to connect with the team whilst we aren't at games...
As Marvin mentioned in the podcast, our mental health is so important. If Ben's channel can put smiles on people's faces in these times (which they do!) - then that for me is bigger than football.
Both Ben and Troy's outside interests highlight how they looking to build a career after football. Making that transition after retirement as smooth as possible. The interview with Marvin has made me appreciate that, and I thoroughly recommend you giving it a listen.
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