"Ollie Watkins' journey to the top has been a circuitous one - from playing in the National League with Weston-super-Mare to scoring the winner in a European Championship semi-final almost a decade later, then competing in the Champions League with Aston Villa."
"This season has been a mixed one for Watkins. A tally of nine goals and just one assist from 30 Premier League appearances is below his usual rate, but having scored against West Ham before the international break, he then hit two against Bologna in the Europa League on Thursday."
"He talks to Kelly Somers about Villa, his international ambitions, and how talking to former England striker Michael Owen has helped him through what he describes as a 'difficult' season."
The Football Interview series, hosted by Kelly Somers, features prominent sports and entertainment figures discussing their journeys, motivations, and personal reflections. The show aims to reveal the individual behind the athlete. Ollie Watkins, who transitioned from the National League to scoring in a European Championship semi-final, shares insights about his mixed season with Aston Villa, his goal tally, and aspirations for the World Cup. He reflects on his early love for football and the influence of former England striker Michael Owen during challenging times.
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