Gascoigne

[Shaggy]

Always forget that Pearce scored from the resultant free kick.

[Vermilion]

Think he enjoyed his time at Rangers, up to a point, probably the last time he played football anywhere near the level he could, but also a time where drinking really took over and his behaviour went down hill, with personal problems coming more and more to the fore.

Played some great football there though.


[ame]http://youtu.be/lqiwAA5nKDk[/ame]

[dom9]

The ref unknowingly drops his yellow card somewhere on the pitch. Of all the people that could have found it, it's Gazza.

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anwgg--Ou-8"]Gazza Flashes A Yellow Card - YouTube[/ame]

[Buzzo]

That freekick was stunning.

Made better with the commentary.

'Oh I say!!'

Gazza Freekick Spurs vs Arsenal 1991 FA Cup Semi Final - YouTube

Postage stamp

[Pablo]

The ref unknowingly drops his yellow card somewhere on the pitch. Of all the people that could have found it, it's Gazza.

Gazza Flashes A Yellow Card - YouTube

Forgot about that . I love how he got instantly booked for it too Sense of humour failure

[Tee]

Anyone remember Gazza's post match interview from that Cup semi v Arsenal?

[-V-]

[ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzCTkny_UuQ"]Paul Gascoigne explains the Raoul Moat interview - YouTube[/ame]

[Shaggy]

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/gazza-in-intensive-care-paul-gascoigne-1678935

Gazza in intensive care: Paul Gascoigne in hospital after rehab clinic detox shock

10 Feb 2013 08:09

The alcoholic footballer is being closely monitored by doctors amid concerns years of alcohol abuse have seriously damaged his vital organs, writes The Sunday People

Paul Gascoigne was critically ill in intensive care last night after collapsing at an American rehab clinic.

The alcoholic football hero, 45, was rushed into hospital in Tucson, Arizona, just days after arriving at the Cottonwood rehabilitation centre.

Sources close to the England legend say the clinic's rigorous detox programme had proved too much for him.

One friend said: "Once you go to a facility like this the first thing you do is go through a detox programme.

"He's really struggling with it. It's been very hard on him.

"You have to go through the detox before you can attend the rest of the programme.

"It's been a tough period for him.

"We're waiting to hear from the people looking after him but we are hoping things go well."

The source added Gazza was believed to be in a stable condition but doctors were monitoring his condition closely.

He was receiving round-the-clock care from medics amid growing concerns that years of alcohol abuse have done serious damage to his vital organs.

Gazza was flown to the £6,000-a-week clinic by celeb pals including DJ Chris Evans, 46, and ex-teammate Gary Lineker, 52, last week after he was spotted buying booze in his current hometown of Bournemouth, Dorset.

They sprang into action amid new concerns over the former Spurs, Newcastle and Lazio ace's dishevelled appearance and erratic behaviour.

Film shot at a recent charity event showed him crying, swearing and slurring words.

Chris Evans said last week: "A serious addict can only be helped if they really want to be. It is my understanding that as of approximately 10 o'clock Monday morning Paul asked for that help.

"Then and only then could a select group of his friends begin to put into operation the latest phase in a long fight to rid him of his demons.

"It's his only chance but at least now he is going to get that chance."

Another supporter, former England cricket captain Ronnie Irani, said Gazza's pals took action after the stricken footballer had what he called "a mad six weeks".

Ronnie, 41, said: "I had a chat with Chris Evans and he asked how we could help him.

"We knew we just had to get him on this flight, out to the Priory in Phoenix.

"I called British Airways and explained the situation, that we had to get him some help. He needs it, and if not, who knows what's going to happen?"

Ronnie revealed Gazza had turned down offers of support from the Professional Footballers' Association.

He added: "Paul's had all the help he could possibly have right in front of him from the PFA."

The Cottonwood centre's website says its treatment involves "a thorough medical evaluation followed by medically managed detoxification."

Patients are encouraged to identify their loss of control over booze and are given counselling to identify the problems caused by their boozing.

[Bender]

wtf ......very sad indeed

[Alex]

Man, this is hard to read about and watch play out. I know the way it's going and it's horrible.

[RichC]

Alcoholism is such a horrible disease & illness.

I hope he comes through this all but I have my doubts

[Exiled_red]

Man, this is hard to read about and watch play out. I know the way it's going and it's horrible.

Very sad stuff

[Boogs]

Doubt it will be long before an RIP will be put at the beginning of this thread. Very sad

[kop-al-74]

Putting his 'illness' aside,I never got all the big fuss about the guy in terms of being a footballer. Granted he was pretty good but no great imo. Certainly no better than many other footballers around at the same time eg Barnes,Le tissier,Waddle,Hoddle to name a few.

People say he is arguably one of the greatest. I just don't see it. Infact Mcmanaman was even better imo.

[Tee]

In terms of having natural ability he was up there as one of the greatest. Cannot doubt that IMO.