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Pundit Micah Richards battled depression and alcohol
19 Mar
Summary
- Micah Richards disclosed battling depression and alcohol use.
- Injuries forced an early retirement from playing at age 31.
- He found perspective from a friend, shifting focus to relationships.
Former professional footballer and current pundit Micah Richards has spoken candidly about his struggles with depression and alcohol consumption following his career-ending injuries. Richards, who retired at 31 in 2019 due to persistent knee issues, admitted he did not address his mental health directly.
He revealed he was drinking heavily to cope with his emotional state. A close friend helped him re-evaluate his life, shifting his focus from the superficial aspects of professional football to the importance of personal relationships and family.
Richards described his injury as a significant challenge, confirming he was indeed depressed. However, he emphasized his inherent positive outlook, stating he always tries to find the good in people and uplift others, which he believes ultimately helped him through the darkness.
