Brentford captain worries about sleeping pill addiction

Brentford captain Christian Nørgaard expressed concerns about potential addiction to sleeping pills, which he used to cope with pre-game anxiety. He noted that the issue began at his previous club, Brondby, before important matches. Nørgaard has been working with Brentford's sleep coach, Anna West, to address his sleep issues. He acknowledged that the problem is often overlooked in sports and highlighted the importance of discussing mental health. He was inspired by former player Aaron Lennon's account of his own struggles with sleeping pill addiction. Nørgaard emphasized the need for awareness around this issue in football and beyond.