ENGLAND star Raheem Sterling has kicked off his new role as an ambassador for a mental health and meditation app.

       The Premier League striker, 26, is hoping to break down stigmas around mental health alongside the app, Headspace.

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       Footie ace Raheem Sterling is the new ambassador for meditation app Headspace Credit: Headspace

       He said he would meditate regularly during last summer’s Euros, and has felt the benefits both on and off the pitch.

       Speaking about the app he said:“I’m excited to embark on this great partnership with Headspace.

       "Meditation is a practice I have benefitted from greatly as a professional athlete, supporting me in balancing my thinking, focusing, and diminishing external noises, especially during the summer’s UEFA EURO ‘20 tournament."

       The 26-year-old said there is "no doubt" that the practice of meditation enabled him to "perform at the highest level consistently."

       He praised the benefits Brits could experience if they started using the technique.

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       Raheem said "It’s only now that I can see the benefits of such a practice on people of all ages and I’m really looking forward to the difference we can make."

       He wants to "develop the conversation around mental health, educating on tools and resources that can help people manage everyday challenges."

       He continued: "COVID-19 has challenged us all, young and old, and it’s a great feeling to be in a position to support people through these challenges.”

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       The England star revealed he used the technique during the Euros this summer Credit: Headspace