What really happened to Gary Speed?

Former Premier League midfielder Speed took his own life at his home in Chester on November 27, 2011 aged just 42. He was manager of the Wales national team at the time, having previously played for Everton, Leeds, Newcastle and Sheffield United. His death sent shockwaves through the world of football.

How good was Gary Speed?

It is easy, and deeply impressive, to gauge Gary Speed’s career by its statistics: The most Welsh caps for an outfield player (85), at the time he retired the most Premier League appearances (535), a total of 841 senior club games and 134 goals in 22 years as a professional.

Where is Louise Speed now?

Louise and her partner have been in business together for the past six years as the only directors of a successful property development company based in Chester. She recently opened up on her immediate feelings after Speed’s death but has now learnt that “time is a healer”.