Henry Lansbury: Pro Footballer Vs Testicular Cancer, tackling stigma and embarrassment

In this powerful episode of Check One Two, we sit down with former Premier League and Nottingham Forrest FC star Henri Lansbury and Director of Grass Gains ,shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming testicular cancer — a diagnosis he kept private during his playing days. Henri talks openly about discovering a lump after training, the fear and pressure of dealing with cancer behind closed doors, and how it changed his perspective on life, football, and masculinity. We also dive into important conversations around why men often stay silent about their health, the stigma in professional sport, and the vital need for early detection and open dialogue.  If you’re passionate about raising awareness, breaking stigmas, and hearing real, honest stories that could save lives, this episode is for you.  Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to help us spread the word and raise awareness about testicular cancer.