Former Liverpool forward opened up to Alison Bender about hospital nights, mental health and the pressure he carried in silence.
Emile Heskey’s Liverpool story is usually told through medals, goals and the 2001 treble. On After the Final Whistle, Alison Bender found the quieter version. The podcast, proudly supported by Samaritans, looks at “what happens...
Sheyi Ojo: A Career Shaped by Setbacks and Resilience
Sheyi Ojo’s footballing journey is a tale of early promise tempered by injuries, inconsistency, and the demands of the sport's highest level. In an interview with The Athletic, the former Liverpool winger opened up about his struggles, his ambitions, and the mental toll of a career...
Chris Kirkland’s Battle with Addiction:  Cautionary Tale for Footballers and Fans Alike
In an insightful and harrowing piece by Oliver Kay for The Athletic, the former England and Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland reveals the devastating effects of his prolonged addiction to Tramadol, a powerful painkiller now banned in professional football by the World Anti-Doping Agency...
Darwin Nunez and the Social Media Strain at Liverpool
Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez has spoke to Uruguay's Canal 10 about the severe impact social media criticism has had on his performance, prompting him to completely disconnect from the online noise.
Navigating Rough Waters
The Uruguayan international faced a challenging end to his season, finding the back of...
