Today marks 25 years since the terrorist attacks of 11th September 2001. On that fateful day, I was at Canal France International (CFI), where I worked, at 15 Rue Cognacq-Jay in Paris. I was with my colleagues Heidi Hammel and Boniface Morutampnzi, waiting for Andy Bodfish and Wayne Boyce to join us for a discussion about our work in football commentary. At the time, I had the privilege of commentating on UEFA Champions League and CAF Champions League matches, before CFI eventually lost the broadcasting rights. Then came the horrifying images from New York. We watched the events unfold live on CNN as though we were watching a film. It was surreal and almost impossible to believe,but, tragically, it was real. The attack on the Twin Towers, and the other attacks carried out that day, was cruel, audacious and profoundly shocking. It was an assault on innocent lives and the values of civilisation, and it changed the world forever. Twenty-five years later, I still remember exactly where I was and who was with me. We must never forget those who lost their lives, their grieving families, and the courageous first responders who risked everything to save others. May the souls of all the innocent victims continue to rest in peace. @WayneBoyce @AndyBodfish @BonifaceMURUTAM