Paul Gascoigne recalls emotional memories from Italia 90 after watching England in World Cup

Paul Gascoigne, the legendary England footballer, expressed deep emotions while watching England play in the World Cup, reminiscent of his experiences during the 1990 Italia tournament. In a recent interview with Betway's YouTube channel, Gazza shared how the memories flooded back, affecting him profoundly.

Gascoigne's Emotional Connection to Football

During the interview, Gazza revealed, "I got so emotional and had a few tears because all of a sudden it brought back all the memories from 1990, and everything I did every single day went through my head, and I couldn't sleep that night." His heartfelt connection to football remains strong, despite his absence from the pitch.

He admitted that watching England's matches still gives him a thrill, stating, "I still miss it badly. I still think I can play, even now." Gascoigne's passion for the game has not diminished, even as he observes players earning high wages who he feels don't measure up.

England's World Cup Prospects

As England prepares to face Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, Gazza believes they have a strong chance of winning the tournament. He noted that the conditions, including heat and altitude, could pose challenges for the team. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic about their potential to lift the trophy.

• England's upcoming match against Mexico
• Challenges of heat and altitude
• Gazza's predictions for the tournament

Gascoigne praised the current squad, highlighting players like Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, but expressed disappointment over the omission of Phil Foden from the team. He believes Foden's skills could have significantly contributed to their success.

Advice for Harry Kane

In his discussion, Gazza shared valuable advice he once received from then-manager Bobby Robson regarding positioning during crucial moments. He recalled Robson's words to Gary Lineker, emphasizing the need for energy in the final minutes of a match. "In the last 10 minutes of each game, we’re going to get tired. I want you staying at the halfway line or five yards into our half. No more. We need your energy for the last 10 minutes," Gazza recounted.

He urged Kane to adopt a similar approach, suggesting that staying forward could result in more scoring opportunities, as seen with Lineker's success in past tournaments.