Morning guys
Football has taken a back seat this weekend past, and quite rightly too. The shocking death of Wales manager Gary Speed has left me devastated, reading the tributes has left tears in my eyes. It's strange how someone you never know can affect you.
A bright young manager, Premier League league legend Gary Speed had a prosperous managerial career ahead of him. I watched him on Football Focus, which was screened live, just under 24 hours before he took his own life. He looked well, full of life and for not for one minute did I think he was contemplating any thoughts of suicide.
Which is why suicide and/or depression is a touchy subject. In sport, you can be on top of your game, yet something is beating you inside. The only way out is death. An awful feeling. I've read on Twitter people speculating about his family life. Well I'm sorry, but show some fucking respect. A young man has died, let's mourn that first and foremost.
I know when a leading figure dies that the tributes come in, I have to say I've been taken aback by a man clearly loved by many. I watched the Swansea game and during the one minute silence, the crowd broke out in applause, which chants of ''One Gary Speed'' ringing around the ground. A very lovely, moving tribute.
As it happens, this tragic death will raise awareness of suicide and depression in sport. It's sad that it has taken a high profile death, but everyone needs to realise this is an important case, and not one to be brushed aside lightly. It affects all manner of people.
If you are in this battle, I hope you find a positive solution.
A draw between Fulham means little right now, much more is at stake than a point against a spirited side.
RIP Gary Speed, you will be sorely missed by so so many.
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