Tottenham star Richarlison makes startling confession – 'I thought about crashing into a wall'

Tottenham star Richarlison makes startling confession – 'I thought about crashing into a wall'Tottenham Hotspur star Richarlison has discussed his mental health strugglesTottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has spoken about his battle with depression (Image: Alvaro Medranda/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)ByJake BaylissSenior Sports WriterMaria OrtegaForeign Content Specialist15:42, 14 Apr 2026 Tottenham Hotspur star Richarlison has admitted he considered crashing his car into a wall during a battle with depression. The forward was deeply affected by the pressure that surrounded him following Brazil’s exit at the World Cup 2022. From the outside, the World Cup was a positive experience for the 28-year-old, whose bicycle kick against Serbia won the goal of the tournament. The Spurs forward had been given the honour of leading the line for the five-time World Cup winners. He scored three goals in total but could not prevent his country from being eliminated by Croatia on penalties in the quarter-finals. However, the disappointment took a toll on his mental health and Richarlison has shared how his thoughts began to spiral. "One day, while driving, I thought about crashing into a wall,” Richarlison said to France Football. “Today, when I think about it, I tell myself it's pointless.” JOIN US ON FACEBOOK! Latest news, analysis and much more on Mirror Football's Facebook page He continued: "After the 2022 World Cup, I fell into a depression. Every possible misfortune befell me: the elimination, my agent's betrayal, family problems, physical setbacks... For a year and a half, I suffered blow after blow every single day.” What every Tottenham star will earn if relegation clauses are triggered - with thousands lost Premier League relegation picture as Spurs freefall and Leeds hold key with crunch games Having signed for Spurs from Everton in the summer of 2022, the striker ended his first season with just one league goal. However, through working...