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Post by Hoboh » Tue Mar 04, 2025 8:08 pm

Former Liverpool star Jason McAteer has emotionally opened up his mental health struggles since retiring from football, bravely sharing how he almost took his own life.
McAteer, 53, played 100 games for Liverpool during a storied career which also saw him star for Bolton, Blackburn, Sunderland and Tranmere before hanging up his boots in 2007.
The ex-Republic of Ireland international has battled with depression and suicidal thoughts following his retirement, struggling to adapt to his new life which no longer revolves around playing the beautiful game.
McAteer, who now in his own words works 'sporadically' as a pundit, broke down in tears while bravely opening up to former Manchester United defender Mikael Silvestre on beIN Sports' Tales, Tears and Trophies podcast this week.
The Reds legend shared how nearly took his own life by intentionally crashing his car, admitting that he was 'fighting himself not to do it' while on his way to pick up his son Harry.

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Post by sonicthewhite » Tue Mar 04, 2025 10:00 pm

I hope Macca can get the help he needs and find his solitude
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Post by TANGODANCER » Tue Mar 04, 2025 10:03 pm

Tragic. God bless and help him.
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Post by TiredTrotter » Tue Mar 04, 2025 10:05 pm

Fingers crossed he gets the help he needs and inspires others to seek help.

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