Richie Sadlier admits he felt suicidal and 'had started writing a will' after his football career ended

Former footballer Richie Sadlier has called for greater supports for players when they retire from the game as he admitted to contemplating suicide after he was forced out due to a hip injury in 2003.

Richie Sadlier admits he felt suicidal and 'had started writing a will' after his football career ended

Former footballer Richie Sadlier has called for greater supports for players when they retire from the game as he admitted to contemplating suicide after he was forced out due to a hip injury in 2003.

The football pundit made the admission on his show "The Player's Chair" on the Second Captains podcast network while interviewing former Irish international striker Niall Quinn.

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