Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu

Overcame pain and chronic inflammation as a teenager | Founder @TheTurmericCo @RawHydrate | Former Athlete

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

@TheTurmericCo changing peoples lives for the better 🙏 #functional #everyday #nutrition

[The Turmeric Co. @TheTurmericCo]

We've have come a long way since last Spring:​

​- Our sales have increased by 600%​

- We've seen 1 million visits to our website globally​

- Our team has expanded by 4x​

​We can’t wait to see what's in store for us!

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

I’m starting to wonder who could actually succeed in this job 😬

Reports suggest Manchester United have agreed terms in principle for Mauricio Pochettino to become their next manager. He’d be their eighth permanent appointment in 13 years 👀

That’s A LOT of 'fresh starts'…

They’ve had 1 league win in 10 games this season, and fans are making it very clear what they think of the people running the club. Protests against the owners have even included tennis balls being thrown onto the pitch!! 🫣🎾

For me, the biggest problem is upstairs. How many managers do you get to appoint before the conversation becomes about YOUR decisions?

You can hire brilliant coaches and players, but if the environment is toxic, you’re asking them to succeed despite it.

Running a business has only strengthened that view; owners set the direction, choose the leadership and decide what gets tolerated. If people keep struggling in the environment you’ve created, you have to look at yourself too!!!

I hope Poch proves me wrong… would happily eat my words on this one 😅

(📷 usmntonly)

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

I've got a lot of time for this. A LOT!! ❤️

Jack Grealish has reportedly donated £10,000 towards treatment for Leon, a 36-year-old Everton supporter and father of three battling aggressive kidney cancer.

His wife initially thought there'd been a mistake when she saw the donation!!!

Jack's been in the headlines recently for very different reasons, with reports around his lifestyle and a breach of club discipline at Everton.

I understand the criticism. When you're part of a team, there are standards you're expected to uphold. Your decisions affect the people around you, and you have to take responsibility for that 🤷‍♂️

But I also think we're far too quick to decide what sort of person someone is based on a few headlines…

It's something we're all guilty of at times - it's worth remembering that people can make mistakes without those mistakes defining them.

For Leon and his family, I really hope this makes a difference 👏

(📷 footballtweet)

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You can't help but love an underdog story 👏

For the FIRST time in their 148-year history, seventh-tier Wimborne Town have beaten League Two Crawley to reach the FA Cup second round!!

Crawley sit 57 places above them in the football pyramid 🤯 And while their opponents are full-time pros, Wimborne's players were back at their day jobs on Monday.

But I think my favourite part of this story is actually off the pitch...

Their kitman, Jeff, has apparently retired SIX times but keeps coming back. He was there when the Magpies won the FA Vase in 1992, and has described Sunday's victory as the best game he'd ever seen.

He even had 10 bottles of champagne waiting in the changing room 😂

I've been in enough changing rooms to know how much people like Jeff mean to a club. They're part of what makes a team a team - and you can't put a price on that!!

What a moment for everyone involved.

The magic of the FA Cup in action 🪄

(📷 Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

Absolutely love this 👏❤️

Nottingham Forest Foundation have installed QR codes in the City Ground’s safe-standing section, giving fans instant access to men’s mental health support through charity Say It Lad’s website.

By scanning the code, supporters can hear anonymous voice notes from men opening up about their struggles, or share their own experiences.

We’re quite good at checking the score. Probably less good at checking in on ourselves. I’m sure plenty of us recognise that 😅

I like that Forest are making space for the things that are harder to say.

And with this initiative, you don’t need to have the words ready. You can start by listening.

SUCH a great idea - more of this please!! 👏

(📷: footballawaydaysclub)

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Nobody even knows who did this 🥹

You might have seen the awful footage of a Coventry City supporter appearing to use a photograph of Bradley Lowery to taunt Sunderland fans.

Bradley was a young Sunderland fan who sadly died from neuroblastoma in 2017, aged just six 😔

Well, another Coventry fan has now sent the Bradley Lowery Foundation a medal from the club's 1987 FA Cup final, with a handwritten letter suggesting they raffle it to raise money!!

But here's the part that really got me...

The medal was bought for them by their dad, who has since passed away.

Imagine giving away something with that much sentimental value, knowing you'll never be able to replace it. And they've done it to help families they've never even met.

They didn't even leave a return address!!

I've played in front of enough supporters to know that one person's behaviour should never reflect an entire fanbase. I just wish acts of kindness like this got as much attention as the awful stuff.

Whoever you are, I think you've done your dad proud ❤️

(📷 AwayDaysFB)

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We knocked a squad worth nearly three times ours out of the Euros 😳

Belgium’s squad was valued at around £430 million. Hazard, De Bruyne, Lukaku… and within 13 minutes, they’d taken the lead against us in the 2016 quarter-final.

We ended up winning 3–1, taking Wales into our first ever major tournament semi-final!! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Scoring that night will stay with me forever. But building my own business since then has made me appreciate just HOW much went into that Wales team before anyone saw the result…

We knew how good Belgium were.

We also knew what we had together.

Conceding early didn’t suddenly make everyone else right to write us off 🤷‍♂️

That’s something I’ve taken into my approach business - when you’re building something you care deeply about, setbacks can feel personal. You put so much in that it’s hard not to question yourself when things go wrong.

But you’ve got to be careful about turning a bad day into a verdict on what you’re capable of 🚀

Having people beside you who care just as much, who pick you up and still want to find a way forward… that makes a HUGE difference!!!

Give me a team that cares enough to have another go when it all goes wrong.

You can build a hell of a business with people like that 💪❤️

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Guess it's official!! 😔

Cristiano Ronaldo has just announced his retirement from international football after 23 years representing Portugal. 234 caps, 146 goals and a European Championship title.

Just ridiculous numbers 👏

I had the privilege of sharing a pitch with him in our Euro 2016 semi-final with Wales. He scored THAT header to put Portugal ahead, and three minutes later we were 2-0 down. Still stings a bit, that one!!

And here's the full-circle moment for me… his final appearance for Portugal was actually against Wales in September, in the Nations League 👀🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

It's a shame there's no farewell match planned. After everything he's given Portuguese football, I'd have loved to see him get the sort of send-off Messi had. He deserves that moment with the fans.

You can have all the natural ability in the world, but to stay at the very top for over two decades takes a CRAZY amount of dedication.

That longevity is something else 💪

His club journey continues with Al-Nassr, and he's now just 15 goals away from that incredible 1,000 career goal milestone 🤯

An absolute giant of the game 🫡

(📷 bfkerala/DJ_Gallery)

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What an incredible story this is ❤️

In 2022, Gareth Jones, a plumber and father of five from North Wales, was rushed to hospital after struggling to breathe. Doctors discovered his heart was functioning at just 10%.

He urgently needed a transplant. Amazingly, a donor heart became available the DAY after he joined the waiting list…

Fast forward four years and he’s rebuilt his fitness, pulled on a Wales shirt and helped the Wales Transplant Football Team finish FOURTH at the World Cup!! 👏

I know how much representing Wales means. But after everything Gareth and his family have been through, I can only imagine how special that shirt must feel.

And there’s another family behind this story. Someone’s decision to donate gave Gareth a second chance at life and his five children more time with their dad.

If ever there was a reason to have that conversation about organ donation with your family, this is it.

Cymru am byth 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

(📷: Tim Trawsblaniad Cymru/Welsh Transplant Team)

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

Want your mate to do well. Also want his place in the starting XI 😂

Said we used to kick lumps out of each other in training and the comments had a field day.

Probably owe you a longer explanation… new video 👇
https://t.co/WwRaWMU36h

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Those cheers must've meant the world to him ❤️

At 79, James Thomas was the last person to finish this year's New York City Marathon. He’d been on the course for over 14 hours when the crowd cheered him over the line!!

His 43rd New York marathon since 1980. Afterwards, he said it would be his last. The desire is still there, but his body can’t keep going... a feeling familiar to many 😔

I’ve been on the receiving end of support when I’ve had very little left physically. You hear those voices, and they give you something to keep moving towards.

What I love here is that people stayed to cheer him on - James had been out there all day, and they made sure his final few steps felt like an occasion.

You don’t have to know someone to make a moment they’ll carry for the rest of their life.

What a send-off 👏

(🎥 mickmicknyc)

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Struggling to take this one in 💔

CD Tenerife have confirmed that their striker Jesús de Miguel has died at just 30, following a collision during yesterday’s match against FC Andorra.

He was treated on the pitch before being taken to hospital, and the game was abandoned.

You walk into a changing room thinking about the game ahead, then getting home to your family afterwards. That’s such an ordinary part of being a footballer that you barely give it a thought...

It’s heartbreaking to think Jesús won’t be coming home.

Thinking of everyone who knew and loved him, and all those who tried to save him.

Rest in peace 🕊️

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This will get you going this morning 🔥

Tonga’s Sipi Tau 🇹🇴 meets Samoa’s Siva Tau 🇼🇸

Every single one of them is all in for each other. I love it!!!

Whatever line of work you’re heading into today, bring a bit of this energy with you. Team is everything.

This one’s for yours 🤝

(🎥 skysportnz)

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

This must have been some day for Jai ❤️

Liverpool welcomed Jai Arrow and his family to Anfield as special guests for yesterday’s game against Arsenal. Jai’s an Australian rugby league player who had to retire earlier this year after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease at just 30 years old 😔

Some of you might remember me sharing Jai’s story before, and the beautiful support he’s received back in Australia. ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ played as he led his South Sydney Rabbitohs teammates out for his farewell, so there’s something really special about this trip.

What a full-circle moment!!!

There’s something about travelling halfway around the world and finding that same song and the same warmth... I hope being there made those words feel even more real for him.

Fair play to everyone who sorted this - the sporting world is a magical one 👏

(📷 Football360 au)

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I can't get over the timing of this 💚

On Wednesday night, Celtic paid tribute to 17-year-old Aidan McCabe, a lifelong supporter and young footballer who sadly passed away.

In the 17th minute against Dundee United, Aidan's photo appeared on the big screens and the whole stadium erupted into applause, including the travelling Dundee United fans 👏

Then, in the 18th minute, Camilo Durán scored to put Celtic ahead. I mean... what are the chances?!

Call it coincidence, but I genuinely believe there are moments in life where things just seem to align. And the timing of that goal gave me goosebumps.

As a dad, I can't begin to imagine what Aidan's family are going through. But I really hope that moment gave them something special to hold onto.

Rest in peace 🕊️

(📷 Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

[Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu @RobsonKanu]

This will have meant more than most people realise ❤️‍🩹

James Maddison shared a message of support for Wilson Odobert as he continues rehab after rupturing his ACL in February. Having suffered the same injury last year, Maddison knows how lonely that road can be (as do I!!)...

The hardest thing to explain is how isolated you can feel while still being surrounded by people. You’re going into the same training ground, seeing the same faces, but your day looks completely different.

It can be SO lonely 😔

I found that really difficult. You miss having something to work towards together, the camaraderie, even the nerves before a match. Things you wouldn’t imagine missing until they’re gone 🤷‍♂️

Months into rehab, a teammate acknowledging what your hard work can genuinely brighten your whole day.

You’re desperate to feel part of it all again, and those little gestures help.

You don’t forget who kept checking in 🤝

(📷 rising ballers)

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The story behind this video makes it even more beautiful ❤️

This is five-year-old Huddy, the star of his mum’s social media account. Huddy has Down’s syndrome, and she shares their adventures to show how much more there is to a person than their diagnosis.

A video of him playing football caught David Beckham’s attention. He sent Huddy two signed Inter Miami shirts and a letter inviting him to watch the team!!

Then came the visit: meeting “Mr David” himself and walking out onto the pitch holding Messi’s hand. Quite a day for a little football fan 😅👏

I’ve walked out of plenty of tunnels, but I don’t think I ever looked as happy as Huddy does here!

Brilliant stuff 👏

(🎥 433)

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Got a bit emotional watching this!! ❤️

84-year-old Tom Law has supported the Hammers all his life. After a video from his care home went viral, the club invited him and his family to the London Stadium for a day he’d never forget.

He met some of his West Ham favourites, was given a shirt with his name (and number 84 🥹) on it, and even got a surprise visit from Jarrod Bowen, who presented him with a signed shirt!

One thing you realise in football is that players come and go, but supporters like Tom are there through decades of highs and lows.

That sort of loyalty deserves to be recognised, and I love that West Ham went to such lengths to make him feel special.

Fair play to everyone involved 👏

(🎥 West Ham)

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If you think we’re just building a turmeric shot brand, you’ll want to hear this 👀

Loved getting into the BIG ambitions behind @TheTurmericCo on @BrandGHeroes, and why other shots aren’t who I see as our competition...

Tune in & let me know your thoughts 💭
https://t.co/K53hvV6vOe

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This is why I LOVE cup football ⚽️🏆

Fleetwood Town have just knocked Arsenal out of the Carabao Cup - they held the Premier League champions to a 1-1 draw before winning 5-3 on pens 🤯

To put that into perspective:

➡ Arsenal's squad is reportedly worth around £1.14 BILLION, compared with Fleetwood's estimated £3.4 million.
➡ Arsenal play THREE divisions above Fleetwood Town.
➡ Fleetwood are currently sitting 18th in League Two!!

So much preparation goes into these games on both sides, but there's something special about seeing a team with a fraction of the resources compete against some of the best players in the game.

For 90 minutes, a club's budget/reputation/league position can't do the running, tackling or scoring for them…

The players have to do that themselves 💪

You just can't buy that feeling. What a night for The Fishermen 👏

(📷 Jon Super/Reuters)