Glenn Hoddle shares life-saving experience after heart attack and highlights early warning signs
express.co.uk — October 31, 2024, 09:01 AM UTC
Glenn Hoddle shared details about his heart attack in 2018, which occurred on his 61st birthday while he was working at BT Sport. A sound engineer, Simon Daniels, performed CPR and saved his life before he was taken to the hospital. Hoddle described feeling fatigued in the months leading up to the heart attack, noting unusual tiredness during the day. He emphasized the importance of monitoring health, comparing it to regular car maintenance. Now 67, Hoddle has a defibrillator implanted and continues to have regular check-ups. He expressed gratitude for Daniels' timely intervention, which he credits with giving him a second chance at life.