Christmas Day for a Footballer…

In this Christmas cracker, I take you behind the scenes and show what it's like to be a footballer on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, the most special time of the year.
We go inside the Watford FC training ground and hear from Nathaniel Chalobah and bah humbug Will Hughes while I then race back home to watch the kids unwrap their presents. You get to see what thing of beauty I had for Christmas dinner and whether I had ketchup or not.
There is the usual Fantasy Football selection dilemma when I go big and bold and use my Triple Captain; the GoPro in the goal as per usual; an incredible tackle from Adam Masina and then a unique insight into the dressing room after a Championship win over Norwich City when we sing Sweet Caroline. Love it.
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We accept sole responsibility for the giveaway and it is in no way affiliated to KZbin.
There are 2 prizes- Sarr and Foster match worn shirts.
Entry is open to anyone who subscribes, comments and likes this video on my KZbin channel between now and the closing time of 11th Jan 2021.
The winner will be drawn at random and will need to reply to my comment on their comment on this KZbin video with their email address to claim the prize.
If the prize is not claimed within 10 working days from the announcement, I will pick another winner at random.
No alternative prizes will be offered and the prize has no cash value.
18+, UK only prize draw. One entry per person. Closes 11/01/21.

[@martin2304]

The BBC did a whole article about how players are interacting with fans during COVID and there wasn’t one mention of Ben. Complete travesty!

[@elZ09]

Anyone here after Lowe celebrated infront of the GoPro😂😭😭😭😭

[@TedThomasTT]

Gonna be his most watched video lol

[@Josh-gd8xp]

hahaha yeah i am😂😂😂😂

[@harryleww]

Yep I support swans

[@reecehill5109]

anyone know when it coming out

[@sammyokeke4114]

yeye

[@ws9853]

Ben is literally the most down to Earth human, jesus christ his smile is contagious! Happy new year and i hope you all take care.

[@itsjared4845]

Facts of life Taxes Death Will Hughes Swearing at Ben Foster

[@lucafahy2122]

Best thing about Ben is that he shows he’s just a normal bloke living the dream

[@JoelCarstairs]

He was so annoyed about Etienne in his bay he’s forced a transfer

[@adammcgonnell5503]

If only this channel started before THAT Liverpool game, Ismailia Sarr wondershow and a clean sheet vs world champions for the great Ben foster, such a good professional and role model.

[@niels-augustengelhartcorne6355]

Only one way to describe Ismail Sarr; "A little beauty!"

[@ManiacGamesReal]

Ben is literally a humble guy doing the most living life. He doesn’t have to do KZbin, still does it. Doesn’t have to do giveaways, still does. And Sarr, what a man. Scores a goal and someone gets to win his kit. Top class!

[@phongbui3892]

I met him back in 2010 when me and the fam were watching him train when he was still at Birmingham. Took time to talk to us even though he was literally in the middle of a training game. I was 10 at the time and that memory has always stuck with me.

[@elijahheath1721]

cringe

[@Henry-ul7uh]

@@elijahheath1721 stfu

[@elijahheath1721]

@@Henry-ul7uh well it is true tbh

[@Edwardddddd]

I don’t even support Watford but Ben makes me now really like Watford and hope they get promoted. What a legend. And also arsenal could really do with a class player like sarr

[@penny2penthouse]

Ur a legend mate 🐝

[@Nosstosplumsimul]

Same

[@davidfrost1590]

Ben, top Keeper, top geezer, great leader. Sarr, baller, rapid, quicker dribbler and fantastic work rare. Keep up the good work, hopefully I win the giveaway. Love you Ben

[@jaydenfarfan1876]

Same

[@H3YdUD3]

Wow just realised watford were relegated thats why we get these videos, dont think PL would let ben foster film all this.

[@RyanLewis70]

This changes how I see football lol. I never knew how much they communicated in football and how encouraging they are to each other. Also football looks at lot faster then it does on the tv

[@JonathanRodriguez-nz9nw]

Of course bro, its lightning fast, and every position on the pitch has to communicate like crazy. I loved when covid happened and they had microphones by the pitch in most places. Feels like being at home hearing them

[@joshfilmer6104]

Sarr does have a lot more talent and skill than people give him credit for in my opinion, also his dedication is brilliant

[@charlietucker777]

In a few years i can see him playing for one of the bigger teams, not like massive as in liverpool or anyone like that but maybe arsenal or wolves or something

[@dougstars2092]

@@charlietucker777 arsenal are playing in the championship next year 😂

[@harveyspeirs1251]

@@dougstars2092 we are 11th 😂

[@fahadolayan334]

@@charlietucker777 arsenal are top 3 biggest club in England

[@oliverhalvarsson3686]

@@dougstars2092 spurs wont win a trophy next year like the last 13 yearS

[@Jckck]

My grandma was watching the Watford game and I came downstairs and said “gran there goalkeeper Ben Foster he liked my comment on KZbin” honestly made my year that did loved you since I was little ❤️🙌🏻

[@Mark4853]

Sarr brilliant player delighted he stayed with Watford with all the rumors ... like this channel brilliant aswelk keep up the good work Ben ⚽️⚽️⚽️

[@kerryabrahall9065]

Sarr is a good player

[@charliemegson1376]

Still remember Sarr’s game versus Liverpool. Absolute. Class.

[@ollieclews0084]

Ben you inspired me to be a goalkeeper and your KZbin helped get me through COVID 19 so thank you so much you little beauty

[@thecyclinggk]

Love that, you little legend. Keep strong and keep training hard.

[@btbtm5189]

@@thecyclinggk legend replying to a fan like that

[@sewer_king]

sarr seems like a good lad that would never be late for the coach

[@twh2311]

Best vid yet Ben, love to see a unity with the players and manager! And Sarr is a beast 🔥

[@TheHashtagSuperfan]

He’s class tbf - A

[@LiamRobertsWxm]

Upload

[@jackaroni7323]

I beg he stays cus he's got so much potential

[@exoticxd_3327]

I think sarr is a quality player he’s got everything pace strength and the right mind set and to u aswell ben a brilliant keeper by far one of the best I’ve been watching

[@ollylloyd9853]

Another quality vid 🔥 sarr is a deadly winger who is the best in the championship

[@antonkroghvilhelmsen952]

Sarr is just the most underrated player in the whole of England. He’s an absolute beast. Get in there Isam!!!

[@scenario7f12]

Love how this guy shows it behind the scenes, best KZbin football channel

[@felixharpe9034]

As a person born in Senegal, its great to see a young Senegalese do bits in the championship! Great potential from the lad, I cant wait to see him in the next world cup:)

[@bigmancanty7039]

Him and Mané up top give me wet dreams

[@ellisdevereux3071]

Sarr is as good as Ben’s love for ketchup!!!

[@albo7550]

I think you’re probably gonna win the giveaway with that 😂

[@AbdulRehman-cl6ws]

@Mark Gildernew yes she is

[@matthewpalin8522]

Sarr’s got some real quality, hope you can keep hold of him if you go up. I’m a Stoke fan but as a neutral you guys look good going in to the new year, good luck for the rest of the season Ben

[@maxeverett6157]

Sarr is as good as ketchup

[@matthewrogan7150]

@@AbdulRehman-cl6ws he

[@benjamingamblin6594]

No one : Absolutely no one : Me when watching the game on TV : Look there’s the GoPro😏😏

[@lfc_dyl8107]

Same

[@lfc_dyl8107]

Lol

[@lucasbradshaw1372]

Ismaila Sarr is the greatest winger of all time! He’s better than Messi and Ronaldo combined and faster than 5 cheetahs! Best player in the league easily and he is such a baller! His pace, his skills are top of the range so he deserves to play in the champions league with all his quality! Love it as always Ben

[@sergiiismail]

Ben foster absoulute beast of a keeper, 37 years old and still doing absolute bits in the championship and soon premier league again. just really shows that age is just a number and anything is possible if you believe and put the work in.

[@steveunwin6444]

Things you hear in every video: “ isma you beauty” “ bazler you are the man” “ you got to have ketchup “

[@phillipschofield3966]

KIKOOOOO

[@CFC-xi8dz]

“C’mon the boys!”

[@steveunwin6444]

I forgot those one

[@yasinkhalid3703]

Countdown with cleves

[@crc7145]

Let’s be honest we all want sarr in the vlogs A lot more seems like such a genuine and nice guy . We don’t see him enough in the vlogs 🥺

[@warreng.harding6628]

Hi Ben ! I’m 12 years old and I’m a goalkeeper, I train 5 times a week and play on a Sunday, one of my coaches recommended for me to watch this video ! I really enjoyed and learnt a lot about what it’s like being a Pro-GK. Thanks for the Video ! Look forward to seeing some more.

[@CesarGarcia-by6uk]

Ismaïla Sarr is a player with a lot of overflow on the field. His strong point in the technical section is, without a doubt, dribbling. He is a player with many resources and rarely misses a one-on-one. He also stands out for his ball striking. During any game, he tries to hang balls in the area, which makes it difficult for a lateral to work, as he is not overtaken. His great cheekiness when facing and his easy arrival to rival goal make him a real and constant offensive threat. Other of his qualities is to create plays from nothing, always starting from the band. Sarr is a man capable of finishing many plays in goal thanks to his great definition. Greetings from your number 1 fan in Spain.

[@nathansalmon9367]

Would love to be someone in 5 years time finding this channel and binge watching every game! I’m glad Isma stayed at Watford too, the absolute beauty 🤣 Big Ben Foster the soundest geezer in football 👍🏻

[@JamesJones77980]

what a down to earth man ben foster is. the fact that he earns all that money and has played at the very top level but is still so grounded and relatable is such a credit to his demeanour. keep up the quality content Ben !

[@georgewilliams2170]

He’s such a nice bloke, used to see him around my town all the time and always used to be so nice and friendly

[@SamGiffordMusic]

Ben Foster, you are an absolute hero. I support Watford because it is my dad’s local team but it makes me an even more passionate fan when i know I’m cheering for decent bunch of blokes like yourself. Keep on doing what you’re doing.

[@LDeane]

Love these videos - I think your doing something very special for football fans around the world Ben, the game we all love hasn’t been the same for a while now and your videos make it all a little easier to get through!

[@lydiatilbo7156]

You know when it's like 1am but the cycling gk is more important than sleep 😂

[@bencooper9854]

Bens wife: "Pancakes for Breakfast" No one: Absolutely no one: Not a single person on this earth: Ben: "Wheres the ketchup?" (BTW Sarr the absolute GOAT)

[@Voraten]

Envy the wonderful bonds you have in your life. Been a tough year and a half, your content and positivity helps more than you know. Your family dinner brought a tear to my eye mate.

[@charliewebster6543]

Bens smile is so contagious, he just puts a massive smile on my face. Baller ⚽️🧤

[@MrSimsen1]

The thing that have impressed me the most is how caring and sympathetic the players are both on and off the pitch. As a Watfordfan I’m proud to see how all the players are the perfect role-models for the kids. Keep on delivering great videos Ben. Come on you orns!

[@eldarkaric1604]

Sarr is a baller and is so talented and has a bright future ahead of him. Get in there mate

[@fluxezz9364]

I freaking love to watch these videos, gives a diffrent perspective of the GK role and just another perspective into the football world we all know and love. Ismail sarr, whats there to say, an immense player who is so insanely good and will have great things to come in the future no doubt sbout it. Keep upp the good work loooove the vids Ben

[@lauramosedale5011]

Obsessed with watching your videos! Love going behind the scenes, seeing what you do before a matchday and the footage of you in action during a match. You’re an excellent goalkeeper! Brilliant channel. Keep up the good work!

[@matthewwaks1836]

What I particularly like about Sarr’s performance was how well he worked back to help defend. He often won the ball in our own box and was constantly up and down. 🔥💪

[@benplayzcoyi6290]

Is it just me or when Watford are on TV you are always looking for the GoPro in Ben’s goal.

[@jenneeneddndnxnx9129]

Your soooooo right

[@LiamTalksFootball]

Sameeee

[@idripx9941]

yeah lol

[@joshuaferris6557]

Yeh lmao

[@connoraustin5957]

Yah mate that’s true for me and my lads

[@chrisbrooks7233]

Another great Video, great to see the goalkeepers perspective of the game. Its great to show all young goalkeepers there is more to goalkeeping than just making saves.

[@cameronwilcox7322]

You’re actually the best mate what a legend never fail to make me smile

[@SeaPeeKay]

honestly obsessed with watching your videos when they come out! keep up the hard work!

[@_ahmed2.0]

I never know you like football 😏

[@samwardley9605]

Sar is the best soo is foster

[@Ashton_23]

Bruh SeapeeKay no way Do you support Watford or who do u Support

[@charleybratherton7878]

im addicted awell and im not a watford fan at all

[@Alferdeno]

Same

[@mrwedge8813]

"Will is obviously a lovely bloke, and he has a serious message for you all :" "F***" Hahaha😅😅

[@koentjedijk]

Its lovely to see how you boys reacting to each other after a great defence. Its all about the chemistry between you guys. LOVELY!

[@martinwalsh4447]

Right attitude and positivity goes a long way 💪💪 love the match day insights

[@yahyakhan1221]

Hey ben, just a notice on the fact you recorded the training bits as well, more of those please ;) Beast!

[@louishirchfield2755]

Sarr is the most talented youngster i have ever seen. What a baller

[@famousclips3920]

Ben Foster I just want to say a big thank you for making this lockdown time rather enjoyable thank you so much, you are 100 percent the best channel on youtube! ❤️

[@samuelb230]

Sarr is a incredible player who has a bright future ahead of him. He is both fast and agile when playing against other teams and he hass a lot of potential to become brilliant.

[@jakkester19]

Rumour has it his kids were yelling "you little beauty" everytime they opened a present

[@maxstancliffe8726]

List of best compliments ever: 1. Ben Foster calling you a “little beauty”

[@Bananski6828]

Would love Ben's shirt, really glad i stumbled uppn his channel, great to see behind the scenes stuff from a goalkeeper, in the goal cam. I hope any goalkeeper watching this has the best year of their life and a great beggining to something amaizing in their career. Love to Ben and everyone watching

[@Adam-il1le]

Thank you so much for what youve done for us

[@racingn3413]

I love how mature Sarr is despite him still being so young absolute baller

[@R3NEGADE7]

Norwich fan here, Watford completely deserved the win, we could have been playing until the new year and still wouldn’t have scored. If we could have lost to anyone I’m glad it was your team as I hope us and Watford get promoted together👏

[@xx-footcmpsf.c3693]

Ipswich fan here 😬

[@R3NEGADE7]

@@xx-footcmpsf.c3693 lambert has covid😳

[@xx-footcmpsf.c3693]

@@R3NEGADE7 yeah I wonder whether covid gives symptoms of incompetence 😆😫

[@R3NEGADE7]

@@xx-footcmpsf.c3693 he was already incompetent enough before he got covid tbh😉

[@xx-footcmpsf.c3693]

@@R3NEGADE7 yeah while you're having a mighty fine time at the top of the champ we are sitting 7th in league one like plump turds

[@marcowilliamson3591]

Best video yet by far the bond that use have within the team is quality

[@calvinkilama1178]

What a series, it’s wonderful to see the behind the scenes of what it’s like to be a footballer let alone it being at such a great club like watford. A great bunch of players and what can I say about sarr, always there when you need him most, what a player!!!

[@Thatssoccerkid21]

Favorite sequence of events “Come on isma” “Go on then” “GET IN ISMA” “Come on the boys!”

[@mattybuttimer1143]

kikkkkooooooooo

[@alfieway6318]

Aliveeee

[@mattmusicc1869]

I mean what doesnt the lad have? He's strong quick smart and has soooo long left to improve! Beast he is, just beg he doesn't leave😢.

[@davidrojas3798]

Ben! You are an absolutely amazing person and athlete! Many years in the game and through ups and lows you’ve kept your composure in and out of the field! I would’ve never known the type of person you are until I started watching your videos but your charisma is very contagious and you have an awesome sense of humor! Please never stop being the amazing person you are! As for Sarr he’s been looking like a future star no doubt in my mind and he’s got a great future ahead of him!

[@f9rooney]

Fantastic win, and fantastic videos. Love to see your channel, your saves from the Back in the net. Keep your Nice work champion. Cheers from Portugal

[@Adam-tw3tf]

Love the videos Ben, my opinion on Isma is that he's a little beauty get in there my son!!!

[@darealjakem]

Ben is an absolute legend it’s amazing how he films his POV in the goal. Doing very well mate keep it up.

[@asainsnipes2342]

Well done Ben mate changing the game with the vlogs feels like fans can connect a lot better with this and may even see this on sky the in goal and it makes us see from a keepers view for once.

[@Aviationlover100]

Loving the videos!!! Keep smiling

[@MrJaynash]

As a keeper myself, I absolutely love watching these. Gives a fascinating insight into the life of a professional footballer. Helps that your a very likeable bloke! Keep it up 👍

[@robingpes4402]

You two are so nice and good people that even Corona loves you and will spare you forever. Greetings from Germany, such a good channel!

[@maikflorientin8184]

Lovely❤️

[@calvinkilama1178]

What a series, it’s wonderful to see the behind the scenes of what it’s like to be a footballer let alone it being at such a great club like watford, keep it up!!!

[@jonfrost_dj]

Love watching these videos. Great to see life threw Fosters eyes!! Keep it up!

[@harveyservante157]

I’ve literally got Ben foster in fut and he’s always nearly going in an sbc but I refuse 😂 btw sarr is a BEAST🔥🔥🔥

[@p1ggyg4mer63]

😂😂😂

[@ben_wba370]

😂😂😂 same I just can’t bring myself to throwing him in as he is a legend

[@shutupdoiknowyou751]

Same bro🤣

[@gggvvgg5712]

Sarr has the potential to be a great player in a top league. Fast, explosive and a good finisher. If he keeps his head down he can really push himself. As for you Ben, you’ve had a phenomenal career. Such an underrated, consistent keeper. Shown the younger generation anything is possible. Inspirational 👊

[@JoelCritchlow]

You make me feel very positive about life! I need your positive energy!!! All the best.

[@BJHAttax]

I remember first watching Sarr in The premier leauge and thinking how good he could be under the right circumstances and this season he is truly shining it’s amazing

[@robindyson5885]

I’m a goalkeeper myself, and watching you has definitely given me and insight into how to bounce back from a mistake and remain calm at all times, and you’re one of the purest most genuine men in the planet so keep it up foz. Also being a huge Arsenal fan I love Ismailia for his game against Liverpool last season absolute legend.

[@connorkent549]

Fossie's family when he said he was gonna put ketchup on his Christmas dinner 👁👄👁

[@filipframstad9975]

These videos are truly an inspiration for young goalkeepers!! love from Norway

[@yohooshi1845]

Loves these videos, really nice to see the behind the scenes, can't get enough of them.

[@iceberg5448]

Every time someone's scored ben keeps saying : "You little beauty" LOL edit: 16 likes come on lads!

[@conormurphy3657]

I thought you little beauty

[@iceberg5448]

@@conormurphy3657 you were right.i changed it

[@jensengadenne5798]

Thanks Ben for the entertainment. I would love to see Watford back in the PL. Sarr is an absolute tank. Better than lots of PL players and Ben you are underrated. I hope G.Southgate keeps a close eye on you. You keep on bringing smiles to our faces whenever you upload, so thanks.

[@mollymix5362]

Love watching these vids! Keep them coming!

[@georgeoxley1727]

Merry Christmas mate keep putting smiles on people’s faces

[@jamiehodges3017]

Sarr could dribble his way out of tier 4 restrictions what an absolute baller 🔥🔥

[@tomdignan6948]

“Something nice” 👍

[@oinas8888]

Much love from Finland for everyone!

[@matthewmcgowan3731]

Sarr is a straight baller, loved how he played last season in the prem. Haven’t seen much this year because the championship is never on in the US, but I think he is criminally underrated, and seems like a good guy. Keep up the good work Ben👍

[@cillianmcgrath8068]

Sarr seems like one of de nicest lads around. I’ve loved him ever since he scored 2 against Liverpool to end there unbeaten run

[@emmettmaguire7102]

From a fellow keeper appreciate this channel big time showing young keepers what it’s all about from putting in the hard work to something as simple as organising your defence, Keep it up Ben!!

[@informgamerjakez5383]

I remember watching Ben Foster play for WBA and he was incredible, must have saved them from loss 7/8 games i saw x

[@harryfoley4146]

Favourite goalkeeper by a mile adore this bloke top keeper and top bloke keep smashing it Ben!

[@soccer4life581]

I really appreciate how your KZbin channel has showed the small details of a professional footballer e.g diet, recovery, training loads, communication and aggression on the field, your channel is also very similar to Matt Sheldon and hopefully you guys can caloborate in the future to inspire other youth players like myself.

[@DublinDapper]

Matt Sheldon might as well be playing in the Durham Tees league...piss poor standard of football he's playing.. embarrassing calling himself a professional

[@futballkid2732]

Loved the singing. You guys deserved a Grammy.

[@beccybale5324]

Brilliant video yet again. My son is a keeper and learns so much from you. Thanks for all these videos. We look forward to the next one! Thanks Ben!

[@dannygowers268]

Only just started watching. Love it from the cycling GK. went to to training ground in the summer of 2019 and met Ben. What a guy

[@markdodd286]

He couldn’t resist saying “Isma you little beauty” 😂

[@ottocooper4256]

This channel and thatguysjokes are the two best things to come out of 2020

[@jacknightingale9859]

Love you Ben. Quality keeper with the best channel on KZbin. Your videos make me so happy and gives me a great insight into what being a pro footballer is like. Love your channel ❤️⚽️

[@nayimtolaz826]

Love these videos Ben! Gives us viewers more insight into a footballers day to day life! Great content! Sarr very underrated player! No wonder a lot of the clubs were after him in the summer! Keep smashing it lads!