Academy 1-100: Max Smith

In the 1-100 series, our Young Hornets choose seven numbers between 1 and 100, answering questions that correspond to each specific digit.

Next up is forward Max Smith, the son of former Hornet Tommy who has been with the club since Under-9s level.

9 - You must use your weaker foot at all times in a game where possible, how well would you do?

I'd do well in open areas with my left foot, but I could do better in tight areas, and have a better first touch, so that's what I'm working on in training.

64 - You can switch places with both a team-mate and anyone else in the world, who do you swap with?

Team-mate would be Michael Adu-Poku, because he's been recognised from a young age and has been involved in the first team. Anyone would be Phil Foden. He is just a great player, and quite silky with the way he plays.

99 - You're able to have a conversation with anyone in history, who do you choose and why?

Messi. He is the best player in the world and I would like to get some advice from him to add that to my game. Everyone aspires to be like him so getting his advice would help massively towards my game.

1 - What has been your worst holiday experience?

I went to America when I was 10, and we went on a family boat trip. I was sat on the edge and we were going quick so when we hit a wave, I let go and I fell in. Luckily I had a life jacket on, so I was fine.

44 - What's the one film or TV show that you can continue to watch repeatedly and never get bored?

Ted Lasso is a good one. Despite having no idea what he's doing, he comes to the team, learns a lot, and does well. It's funny, easy to watch and comforting.

88 - It's your last ever meal and there's no limit on what or how many courses you can have, what do you go for?

I will go for barbecue ribs, chips, breadsticks with garlic sauce and a salad. For dessert I'll have a sticky toffee pudding, nothing beats that, and I'll drink water.

12 - What do you feel is your strongest attribute, and what do you feel is your biggest weakness?

On the pitch, my biggest strength is cutting in on my right foot and bending it into the far corner. I'm doing a lot of that in training. My weakness is probably my hold-up play. I need to be a bit smarter – that is something I am working on.