Mark O'Brien

As another diversion from the international break I strongly recommend the in-depth interview on Rams TV with Mark by Colin Gibson.

This gives a very valuable and sobering insight into the tough side of a footballer's life and boy, did Mark have it tough! Maybe a few Prem prima donnas should watch it also as it could put some perspective into their pampered, privileged lives.

It also puts a wonderful glow on our Academy and its personnel, whether managers, coaches or players but most of all I ended up with huge respect and admiration for this young man.

If you do watch I encourage you to watch it all as the early part, while interesting, is just an intro or prelude to the interview itself.