‘I don’t watch football’ – Juventus, USMNT star Weston McKennie admits he has never watched World Cup Final, doesn’t consume game outside of training.
The USMNT midfielder stated he doesn’t watch football outside of training, but he still likes it.
- Weston McKennie conceded he doesn’t watch soccer
- Has never tuned in to World Cup or Champions League final
- USMNT star said that “football is not my life”
WHAT HAPPENED?
In an interview with The Athletic, US international Weston McKennie stated that he does not consume football outside of his regular routine for Juventus. The versatile midfielder, who has made 23 appearances for the Bianconeri this season, has stated that he already has too much football in his life and prefers to decompress by avoiding it.
WHAT MCKENNIE SAID
“I don’t watch football,” he explained. “When I finish training, I go home and watch films and TV series to unwind totally. I’ve never seen a World Cup or Champions League Final. Nothing. This is something I’ve always done. We see enough film in training to grasp what’s going on. “I adore football; believe me, it has given me the life I have: the ability to travel without worrying about things that other people do. I want to be able to help my family whenever possible, but football is not my life. I enjoy doing things other than football; I am a human person. It’s not a case of 24/7 eating, thinking, breathing soccer. I have a life outside of the game.”
THE BIGGER PICTURE
McKennie is having his most consistent season of playing time at Juventus, although in a variety of positions. In recent weeks, the right-footed No. 8 has alternated between centre midfield, outside midfield, and left back. He asserted that he had little trouble fitting in wherever needed. “I’ve always been someone that wants the best for the team and the club,” he told the crowd. “I am not a selfish person, thus I am willing to do whatever is requested of me. As long as I’m playing, I’m content.”
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AFPWHAT NEXT FOR MCKENNIE?
The USMNT standout is slated to play for Juventus against Napoli in Serie A this weekend. Thiago Motta’s team is now undefeated in Serie A, but their 13 draws keep them out of the Champions League picture.
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