BBC NEWS, The ‘mind-blowing’ reason why popular Sheffield Wednesday coach missed Brentford trip.
Some Sheffield Wednesday supporters may have noted Chris Powell’s absence at Brentford on Tuesday night…
The Owls coach has become a popular character at Hillsborough since Danny Röhl recruited him into his technical setup a year ago, and his heel kicks have been a fan favourite whenever Wednesday have won.
although he was nowhere to be found as Wednesday faced the Bees at the Gtech Community Stadium, resulting in a penalty shootout defeat, although it’s safe to assume he had a very good reason…
Powell was actually at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, being presented with his medal by the Princess Royal at a ceremony where he officially became a Member of the Order of the British Empire – the third highest ranking Order of the British Empire level (excluding a knighthood/damehood), so he was unable to travel to West London.
“I think he will send you a picture,” Röhl stated with a smile when questioned about his absence. “It’s good for him, he’s done an outstanding job off the pitch with all his activities, and he deserves it.”
Meanwhile, the guy himself stated of his honor, “I’m ecstatic, I mean it’s such a great award to receive from Princess Anne, and I’ve been awarded for what I love doing – which is football.” Playing, coaching, managing, and participating in the game in general. It’s been mind-blowing to receive the honor and spend the day at Windsor Castle.
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“I consider my journey in the round to begin in 1996 when I joined Crystal Palace as a young player…” I never expected to play for 24 years, coach and manage, be PFA chairman, and represent my nation – not for long, but I did.”
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