Craig Bellamy On Golf Club Incident & Newcastle Fall-Out

[@McCrea210609]

He's described my experience of mental health. I'm 41 and never sought help. I will now. Thanks Craig.

[@tbloomfield2]

Good luck pal! Taking the first step is the hardest part

[@noelflynn6930]

Don't take any pills mate keep your mind active learn to like yourself give yourself small goals to work towards don't make anyone your happiness...You will get there mate

[@barry5580]

45 near 46 ... Got me first meeting with the head doctor on Monday 😬 *BARRY* 🎉

[@VelvetMetrolink]

Good luck mate.

[@skiptracerbob]

Go well, mate.

[@straysunshineband]

Fair play to him for owning his past and admitting he was wrong with so many things. He’s clearly working on himself and his issues 🙌🏻

[@adamkoz6358]

Aren’t we all working on ourselves and our issues brother

[@straysunshineband]

@@adamkoz6358 We are mate! And It’s refreshing to hear people being so open and honest about it 🙏

[@JDTStagg-]

@@adamkoz6358 Unfortunately not. Not everybody takes accountability for things that they have done in the past.

[@allanmurray9964]

We should be bud, we should be @@adamkoz6358

[@steviekenny581]

Ok Doc!🤦🏻

[@eddiewinks2089]

Just goes to show you, you should never judge a book by its cover. What an honest interview and a lot, people can take from it regarding looking after yourself mentally

[@pie5811]

What a wonderfully, candid, open and free interviewee Craig was. This only comes with shared knowledge of how the game has been over the past 20 years. RIP Gary Speed. None of his playing allegiances sat with me but I hope his wonderful spirit is at, and will remain, at peace.

[@stevieg4198]

Never been a fan but this completely opened my eyes and changed my opinion. Fair play to him, it takes a brave person to be that honest

[@tommydonegan4317]

Should read his book too, it’s unreal

[@tomjackson4690]

Thought exactly the same. Completely changed my opinion of him

[@badofcheese]

The plan worked then!

[@somisak]

Always thought he was a top player,didn't like him as a character.but he has spoken well here.fair play

[@Cundy344]

Had the same view, met him in 2012 when the Army got pulled into do the security at the Olympics. I got on the Team GB football teams bus. The majority were arseholes. Giggs couldn’t be arsed to speak. Bellamy gave me 5 minutes of his time. Real nice, down to earth guy and changed my view massively. A lot of time when I see him in the media now.

[@ciaransmith128]

Really good interview Gary. Bellamy showing what a real man he is with his open and honest way of talking. Class all round.

[@jakeoconnor2014]

If Roy Keane listened to the first 4 minutes of this he'd have plenty to say about the noises coming out of Gary 😂

[@Mark-pz9xw]

Some classic Gary-gasms in there!!

[@joeheaton7607]

Orgazm

[@r4h4al]

Eh?

[@agb1814]

Roy would’ve thought Gary was in cuckoo land

[@TheAlphaDingo]

I mean yeah, sounds like Gary's stones got sucked back into his body but Keane was overrated as a football 'tough guy'. Wouldn't take much to batter the potato out of him tbh, all bark, minimal bite.

[@SteveTheReve]

Welcome to the Craig Bellamy Show 🍀 Loved him at Celtic. Honestly believe if he stayed longer he would’ve been up there with Larsson as one of our best ever strikers.

[@diarmaidgorman5176]

Fantastic interview again and Gary is an excellent interviewer - he knows when to probe, when to interrupt & when to sit there and just listen to his guest. And Bellamy comes across really well here, owning his mistakes & working incredibly hard to be a better person and acknowledge that he had issues that he needed to work on. Great stuff all round and very important

[@user-ls1lu7gu4u]

There was no better manager at understanding people than Bobby. Best English manger ever. The influence he had in football as a whole.

[@amc5966]

Spot on. Just an amazing man manager that even made it easy in the modern era.

[@concreteoverwater]

That’s Sir Bobby to you

[@ste2442]

Bob Paisley

[@Delpiero17]

Didn't sir Bobby's record at Newcastle read he never EVER lost 3 games in a row? And I'm sure this was after the "not so sexy football" played under Ruud Gullit??? I maybe wrong of anyone knows I'll happily be corrected/schooled.

[@leef-r2583]

Alf Ramsey?

[@Rljlsl1985]

Really changed my opinion of Craig Bellamy after this. Loves his honesty / truthfulness. One of the best interviews yet. Thanks Craig for being real. Open and sincere. Wish you all the best mate.

[@michaeldoyle1222]

Great interview. Love Craig Bellamy. Always honest and a truly great player. Zola once said Bellamy could have been world class if his knees weren’t so damaged.

[@nickcraig1052]

Amazingly honest interview! Loved watching Craig play at NUFC, what a player. Thank you and good luck to Craig!

[@jh06ok]

He was incredible in his one season at Blackburn. Playing in an average side but felt like he could score any time he touched the ball.

[@PickeringSamuel]

Just got half way through the Michael Owen interview on WillHill. Had to turn it off because all he did was talk about how perfect he was and how he never did anything wrong, criticising others for their mistakes. Then the difference in this interview with Craig is night and day. What an honest humble man he's become, fascinating, inspiring and brave. Another note I wouldn't be surprised if Craig had ADD or ASD, I have ASD and he sounds like hes had very similar struggles. The fact hes had these struggle makes his achievements even more impressive.

[@hyllaf]

very good point. Owen is sooo smarmy, it's unreal

[@jamesmilne6351]

So good to see Craig being so open. It’s hard to open up and he’s taking full responsibility for his past mistakes. Hats off to you Craig maybe I’ll get the same courage one day

[@oscarwright7656]

Absolutely adored Bellamy at West Ham. During a bit of a dark time for the club, anytime he came on the pitch I always felt like we had a chance

[@matthewdoolan2257]

Big time man, worked his bollocks off and the fact he got a move to City afterwards shows he had plenty to offer

[@chipm0nkey]

Fascinating insight into mental health, great stories and loved Bella when he was at LFC. Top talent.

[@OBraveNewWorld]

One of the best interviews so far, Craig spoke openly and honestly and was important to hear him discussing keeping tabs on his mental health and for him to reflect on his past, respect to him also on admitting his wrongs.

[@ohanlon86]

Cracking episode. He's always been a likable fella despite playing for a load of rivals.

[@smishking123456789]

Everyone already has an opinion of Bellamy based on his persona on the field. But this interview shows the intelligent, thoughtful, and insightful person he is. Great interview.

[@Daniel_Addy]

One of the best Interviews Gary has done.... Almost everything Craig said struck a chord with me - listening to him and understanding his inner hatred for himself made me really reflect. Almost like I know the solution for him, but I can't accept it for myself! Bellamy is such an engaging fella. His comment about being different and not belonging..... Jeez - I know that one! Mad thing is.... Most people would think i'm uber confident and on point, but i'm anything but that and Craig's the same! I know most days are still a battle for him! Just keep going lad :)

[@sheapyfpv8224]

Bet shearer was a right teacher's pet what a rat

[@kevzo01]

Loved him as a player, fantastic service for Wales. He always gave us his best and I'l especially never forget the Italy game! Very brave for speaking about his demons, RIP Gary Speed

[@althain1988]

Wey a lot of us loved Craig up here at Newcastle , two things you could always guarantee from him was hard work and passion to do well. Great player

[@matthewdoyle3877]

And an ego

[@garyhearn6631]

I've got so much time for Craig Bellamy. A top man because of his pure honesty

[@jamesbloy2881]

Always liked him, think he was criminally underrated as a player. Sometimes couldn’t get out of his own way. Great interview

[@LeeThomas-v4e]

Good interview. Gary does a great job of letting his guests talk & not interrupt every two mins.

[@Delboy0]

When his mind was right and in form, he could be unplayable. I still remember his game against Barcelona for Liverpool in the Nou Camp where he terrorised them more than Rise’s legs. He was one of the angriest strikers the Prem has ever seen.

[@roolaing]

He’s done well to own his mistakes and pinpoint improvements in his family life, eg, with his daughter. None of us are the finished article. We all have regrets. But we also have a future. Thanks for reminding us of that, Craig, don’t be too hard on yourself! ❤

[@ehsansabaghian5617]

When I was younger, I was not a fan of Bellamy, but now that I am older, I appreciate his honesty and being real with himself and others. The same for Roy Keane. Being free, honest, authentic, and brave enough to talk your mind is the most important characteristic of any person.

[@daveelp1085]

This is one of the most frank and honest interviews I have heard in a long time, just goes to show never judge a book by it's cover and all that. Well doen to Craig for talking and Gary for listening.

[@leetaylor7375]

I didn't like him as a player only because I am united. But what an absolutely amazing footballer he was and man he is. His honesty is overwhelming. Nice one Craig. For someone that suffers from depression badly. You are an inspiration and I from now will always look at you in a different light. Thank you and good luck in your life.

[@bluerhythmboy]

Met Bellamy as a kid when he was here at Newcastle. He was brilliant with me and gave me loads of his time. I think reputations precede him a bit, looking forward to hearing from him in detail

[@Strafuzz]

He’s done a ton of charity work under the radar too

[@bigdawg8875]

I met him at a football tournament as a kid (his son was also playing) he refused to sign anyone’s jerseys other than mine as I had a Celtic jersey on haha

[@shanginadildo]

​@@Strafuzzhow did you find out then?

[@russellgilmore]

Exactly same experience pal. He was fantastic with me as a young un. I've always said it about him

[@richiewarren547]

@@shanginadildodo you not know what under the radar means son? It’s not highly classified information 🤦‍♂️😂

[@ClassDynamix]

These interviews are so great - authentic and insightful as we get a window into the lives of these guys. Similarly to the Dele Alii one - I've been left feeling very humbled and I've let go all of my preconceptions (misconceptions) towards Craig Bellamy and I admire his raw honesty, accountability and views very much. Fantastic viewing and I wish this guy all the best in the future.

[@stagumphs]

One of the most refreshingly honest interviews I’ve seen from a footballer. Kudos to Craig. Glad he’s still thriving and learning. That’s the lesson kids need. Bit to be perfect, but to learn from your mistakes. Sadly for him, his learning was a little late. But at least he’s taking accountability and owning it.

[@seracohW]

I’ll never forget you sitting Rio and foster down like school kids, I can only remember that fondly because we went on to win the game. What a legend from a united fan.

[@comedychannels]

What a fascinating interview ...... I always liked Craig when many were often negative about him. It's about understanding the people around you and giving them the time and attention i.e the respect required in getting to understand them. Being misunderstood so often himself Graig has brilliantly used the resulting frustrations as a force for good. He has unselfishly turned personal negatives and potential negative outcomes into collective positives. It sounds simple because it is but in reality and in day to day practice it's a highly advanced way to behave and operate. Respect.

[@pojack_mansa]

What an amazing interview from someone whose behavior overshadowed his talent. I had written him off to be honest because he seemed extremely selfish and entitled in his playing days but to hear him now is almost like hearing a completely different person. He is taking responsibilities and choosing to be accountable. Fair play to you, Craig. Your story will be great for young professionals (in any discipline) coming up.

[@badofcheese]

Words are cheap.

[@orange4755]

​@badofcheese but they are a food start.

[@OBWanKenobi]

​@@badofcheeseand? Not cheap, free but what is your point?

[@jamesdennett196]

Superb interview. Openness, honesty, good advice and some great stories. This series just continues to be of a very high standard.

[@CraigCairney83]

Interview starts around 5:04. Prior to that, it’s just Neville shrieking.

[@simonhalkyard4427]

What a brilliant episode of the Overlap. Honesty, transparency across really important topics. Loved this one.

[@spursfandan6081]

I never liked craig back in the day, im not going to lie. But honestly its great to see a Man grow and own his mistakes, recognise his flaws as a man and really own them. His honesty is refreshing and now i see a man i can respect and really like. I only see good things in craigs future now and truly wish him all the success he now deserves. A real gent and top top man. Great to see! 👍🏼👏🏼

[@safebans1369]

Its hilarious to me that the Cube is one of Gary's favourite places to hang out 😂😂 He's so competitive, its adorable

[@ashredding_]

Livewire, engaging, honest, divisive and firey, love or hate Bellamy, I think this episode will be interesting. Good work getting these type of characters on, it's what makes the episodes so good to watch. 👍👏

[@chris-cole]

Wow! I find such a beauty in his honesty. Only a guy with a good heart would present himself this way. Gregarious, honest, humble. The knowledge he has of football, together with his personal characteristics will make him excel in management. Him and Kompany are good company. He didn't get to talk about his charity work in sponsoring South African school projects and that would let everyone see how big a heart he has. Im so glad hes winning his battles with his demons. Craig, you're a beautiful person inside and out. Thank you for being a positive influence for Mental health and a wonderful example of how positivty wins. Best of luck to you and Burnley 🙏 Gary, another fantastic episode ❤ Thank you!

[@Gerry-Hat-trick]

Great interview. As a Norwich fan, I had the pleasure of watching CB "grow up" to a certain extent, and obviously become a decent player. Iwan Roberts' autobiography mentions how he was nicknamed "Best in Club", because even if he had no talent in a different sport, he had to always get the best kit. Always with the bravado and swagger, clearly masking a lot of the issues he's had. Still, a character and it seems now, a decent human being, aware of his failings, personal battles and appreciation of those around him. Good on him and the best of luck!

[@flyoverfredusa]

the guy has lived 100 lives, imagine all the amazing knowledge he'll be passing on to the young squad at Burnley, no wonder they love him there. Wish him all the best, some great life lessons in there for all of us

[@OBWanKenobi]

Lol, how has he lived 100 lives?

[@mikew742]

Really impressed with Craig Bellamy, how he was owning the things he’d done in the past, and aware when he was wrong, seemed to to have a really constructive view of both his previous and current life

[@Daniel_Addy]

Absolutely pal - He knows that he needs to do that to grow personally and to have the lads he coaches respect him! Hard work been mental... I feel it most days!

[@waynedonovan8830]

Love this interview, love Craig Bellamy. Actually suffer with dark thoughts sometimes and listening to this guy express himself so openly really helps. Well done Craig

[@80proctor]

Agreed a part 2 is needed! Great interview to listen too

[@jonathanmcneice2299]

Most will focus on the Riise incident but the second half of the interview was really insightful. It was fascinating hearing a sportsperson talking about the struggles they face keeping their mental health in check in the hear and now. I wasn’t expecting much from this episode but ended up being one of my favourites.

[@glorioustrump245]

"hear and now" lmao

[@Jay-mi5dg]

Yeah same here. Was quite shocked in a good way how much I loved this one. Just shows how down to earth he actually is and even people like him suffer with “normal” people problems

[@thegoose126]

When you hear these guys speak honestly you realise they go through the same struggles as us all. Never been a fan of Craig or Joey Barton but hearing them open up you realise MH plus fame fortune is a hard balancing act. Great interview as always. ❤

[@davidryan7613]

Bellamy and Barton aren't the same. Barton is an out and out scumbag, Bellamy comes across too sharp and too big a mouth which got him in trouble. I could see him jumping in to save a guy getting a beating on the ground from a group regardless if he got hurt aswel, whereas Barton would be throwing kicks to the guys head.

[@jonw8435]

Bellamy had and still has a take no nonsense attitude, gotta admire him for that...Barton is just bottom of the barrel faeces, agree with what you said but I think Barton would rather knife someone like his brother did@@davidryan7613

[@im.tellingyou]

Barton is a thug

[@amc5966]

I always liked Belamy. A player you despised in opposition but absolutely loved if he was on your team. Great honest interview. The Overlap with Gary really is one of the best vlogs on KZbin.

[@Bruce-zr2om]

Good to hear someone being open and honest about his troubles.

[@michaelmckie9164]

Bellamy was a great player at NUFC but was right to move on at the time. I think you can see he has matured greatly and takes accountability for what he did wrong and also understands the favours he was done by people like Sir Bobby. Great to hear how much he has clearly grown up. Wish him well.

[@onlyonamonday]

These interviews are fantastic ! A great insight into the footballers lives . We assume its all fabulous , yet they're just normal guys really with the same issues

[@zulqarnain84]

Love the fact that the interviewer, Gary, is an experience & succesfull footballer himself

[@Heavymetaltherapy1]

Brilliant Interview. Loved Bellers at West Ham I wish he'd stayed with us longer. All the best Craig

[@JayIgnition]

Agreee completely with the final words echoed by both guys. Part two needed please Overlap.

[@parindo]

Never was a fan of Craig but always thought he was a decent player, really enjoyed this interview though actually loved his honesty. Wish him all the best

Great interview To me, Craig Bellamy is one of the legends of the premier league One thing about this interview, and hopefully you do it with interviews going forward, I feel you should have talked about his whole career As a City fan, I was disappointed you didn't go into his time at City He was incredible for us and I know I was devastated when he left Skill, finishing, electric pace, hard work... he was everything City needed in a player... He even did an interview back in the day, if I'm not mistaken, where he said he hoped he'd finish his career at City. Again, was gutted to see him leave my club. Hopefully you do a part 2 like you joked about or just in general, ask players about their whole careers because this is great viewing and it would have been even better with the full career delved into. Cheers

[@DMMJBSM]

So lucky to get The overlap on youtube, some really brilliant interviews,

[@djs250]

amazing interview,well done Gary for letting him speak,it almost felt like it was a therapy session for him and really ended to soon

[@philliprayner8827]

never liked him as player & we all have our misconceptions of what ppl are like on & off the pitch & you hear the stories but i thought it was very inlighting that he was going through mental issues without realising it ,reconised them ,owned up to them & trying to work through it & got more of an understanding of things hes done & said in his past that hes come to terms with & on reflection alot of it was on him ,found it very inciteful & honest

[@henryprice7447]

Only discovered this channel a month or so ago and have been binge watching the interviews. Quality content and nev is such a great interviewer.

[@Daniel_Addy]

My vote for "Most improved"

[@dannyb763]

Phenomenal content on this channel, one of the highlights of 2023 and a welcome distraction while the world seems to be falling apart!

[@petersimpson9852]

Bellamy playing for Newcastle was great he gave the fans plenty to cheer for

[@ArunPandey-zn1dk]

The smile and laughter said a lot without saying...glad you spoke about being down Craig. Great to know you as a person through this interview.

[@winfieldcraig]

Great interview. Always thought there was more about CB, and this interview showed it. Wish him well!!!

[@mickyboy6673]

Fair play to Craig he not once blamed anyone else for his own bad life decisions/actions, totally owned each and every one of them. A decent footballer on his day to be fair and should have achieved more. Young footballers could learn a lot from this interview imo.

[@xGibbo1]

Great interview, very open and honest. Real shame there wasn't the support in place for mental health back then, I'm sure a lot of players would have had better careers or at least a better understanding of themselves. Good to see Bellamy has found ways to manage his overactive thoughts and depression clouds, very relateable

[@ganadon]

Can’t wait! Well done on this brilliant series!

[@bigjonno]

great episode Gary. Making real good moves on KZbin lately. Looking forward to more of your projects.

[@felixere9107]

Honestly. This was like looking in the mirror. Amazing episode. Thank you for this. ❤️

[@Daniel_Addy]

Me too mate.... There's plenty of us and talking to each other helps me! Keep strong pal :)

[@Biteme-mq3up]

Love him as a player and as a person, thank you for a great interview ☺️❤️

[@mrchuffachuffa7864]

Always rated Craig as a player but not as a person...not anymore. Excellent interview too. Looking forward to part 2.

[@QuickyA2011]

Actually really enjoyed this. He seems to have matured a lot. Fair play. Great interview from a very good player.

[@JJSFC]

Proper interview this - agree with Bellamy that it felt too short.

[@TooneTV-Girona]

It’s easy forget that footballers are human and have feelings and emotions and go through many of the same issues most of us do. Thanks for being so open, Craig😊

[@Bobby_sprinkles]

Wow. Such an open and honest interview

[@dahsellsavon113]

Love you Bellers. Brilliant open discussion. The overlap is class.

[@cwt15cwt15]

Really enjoyed this. Changed my opinion of Bellamy--a thoughtful, committed guy. Hope he continues to succeed.

[@nicksneeraj]

Smashing player. Smashing Human Being. Outran Rio to score that goal in that derby. Football and Footballers are just wonderful ❤❤

[@Myros00]

This was so insightful and fantastic to watch. Happy to hear Bellamy is doing better and taking steps in the right direction!

[@jacks2176]

A part 2 talking about Craig's time at City (Robinho bust ups) and Wales career would be brilliant

[@tomsco7]

This is the best overlap episode yet, brilliant

[@garethreynolds8798]

Such an amazing interview, pure honesty. Gary does get the best out of people. I think this may have been quite cathartic for Craig as well.

[@pauloconnor6898]

Excellent and nice to see someone speak honest about the good and the bad. Now you can see a good person

[@JacobTab_S7_Plus-sg4ju]

As a life long LFC fan C.B will always be one af my top signs for our club, No matter what he is so true as they come, what you see is what you get. Stay healty Craig❤

[@johneden3810]

Great interview. I was gutted when he left Newcastle. Good luck to him

[@lazylad8544]

Love these overlap series. Great insight into players, managers, and there lives. Very honest of Craig to open up and tell all. We all have two wolves inside us. One which is kind considerate and loving. Then the other one which is evil, deceitful and horrible. Which one survives depends on which one we feed.

[@Daniel_Addy]

Yeah mate.... I can attest to that! But I always have a sense that most people aren't that extreme!

[@matthewbrookes4275]

Almost every player I despised in their playing days has made me respect them after their careers over through stuff like this

[@845H1R]

Always good to hear someones story once they've mellowed and matured.

[@jcumbes]

Great episode. Probably my favourite. What a player he was on his day.

[@leonardjohnny67]

Gary’s a great interviewer, respectful and let’s people talk

[@bradborrows8784]

mad respect for this interview.

[@cyrusk9920]

That was a great insight into him, good luck Bellamy, stay strong!

[@tdogsports2950]

This was really powerful, I related personally to alot of what he was saying. Best interview yet.

[@BirdBoy40]

Loved Bellamy when he was at Liverpool (both times) always felt like he would run through a brick wall for the badge

[@YouTubeBanter]

We need part 2 it ended without a ending really the story never got to the end , get him on again !!!

[@r4h4al]

Agree. Didn't talk about Man City, or his Cardiff City return either.