Richarlison advocates for mental health support in football

Tottenham striker Richarlison has emphasized the importance of mental health support in football, revealing how therapy with a psychologist transformed his mindset and performance. Initially hesitant to seek help, he believes it has been instrumental in his recent success. Richarlison's openness about his mental health struggles aims to inspire others to seek help and emphasize the positive impact of mental well-being in professional sports.

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March 20, 2024

Richarlison, the Tottenham striker, has highlighted the importance of mental health support in football, revealing how working with a psychologist transformed his mindset and performance on the pitch. The Brazilian forward opened up about his struggles with mental health, admitting that he initially hesitated to seek help due to fear of being judged.

After experiencing a challenging period away from football, Richarlison decided to work with a psychologist, a decision that he believes has been instrumental in his recent success. Following therapy that coincided with groin surgery, Richarlison scored nine goals in ten games between December and February, showcasing a significant improvement in form. Richarlison emphasized the need for all players to have access to mental health support, stating that it has been crucial for his mental focus on football. Despite initial reservations, Richarlison encourages others to seek help, emphasizing that it can positively impact their lives.

The Brazilian forward’s message comes as he prepares to earn his 49th cap for Brazil, with upcoming fixtures against England and Spain. Richarlison’s openness about his mental health struggles aims to inspire others to seek support and highlights the importance of mental well-being in professional sports.

Richarlison speaks about how a psychologist is helping him with his mental health and asks players to open up to having a therapist 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/gCTuxyXE12

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Richarlison

Richarlison de Andrade

Tottenham Hotspur

Forwarder, Midfielder

Brazil Brazil

Age: 27

184 cm

71 kg

This season he played in total 23 times for 1362 minutes for Premier League.

Richarlison scored 10 goals for Tottenham Hotspur. He procured 3 assists. He received 3 yellow cards and no red cards.

His team is currently 5th in Premier League. In the last match Tottenham Hotspur lost 3-0 against Fulham. The next match in Premier League will be against Luton Town.