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Craig Bellamy: Why I Had to Hide Behind a Persona & How I Lead Wales With Honesty (E368)

Author
High Performance
Published
Mon 01 Sep 2025
Episode Link
https://shows.acast.com/the-high-performance-podcast/episodes/craig-bellamy-why-i-had-to-hide-behind-a-persona-how-i-lead

Former Premier League star and manager of the Welsh national team Craig Bellamy is known for his fiery temper and relentless energy on the pitch. Once defined by chaos and controversy, he’s stepped into one of the most important roles in his country’s football history, carrying both pride and pressure as he leads Wales into a new era.


In this episode, Bellamy pulls back the curtain on his journey from volatile forward to thoughtful coach. He opens up about the infamous incidents that once dominated headlines, the mental health battles he faced after losing Gary Speed, and the therapy that gave him tools to keep moving forward. 


Bellamy also speaks about the transformation that came with coaching, how working alongside Vincent Kompany taught him patience, balance, and the importance of boundaries. 


This episode offers a story of resilience and redemption, showing how one of football’s most misunderstood figures is finding peace, purpose, and a second chance at defining his legacy.


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