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The Rest Is Football

GAZZA: Turning Down Man Utd & Liverpool, Calls From The Pope & Smashing Up The Training Ground With A Tractor

Jun 5, 2024
Legendary footballer Paul Gascoigne joins Gary, Alan, and Micah to discuss turning down Man Utd & Liverpool, calls from the Pope, and smashing up the training ground with a tractor. They delve into Gazza's love for football, his happiest club moments, and share entertaining anecdotes from his career.
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Quick takeaways

  • Gascoigne's determination and ambition helped him overcome early struggles and secure his place in football history.
  • Gascoigne's transition to Tottenham over Manchester United was fueled by humorous misunderstandings and interactions with Sir Alex Ferguson.

Deep dives

Gazza Reflects on His Early Years and Football Journey

Gascoigne discusses his early struggles to find a club, reminiscing about being turned down by clubs even after scoring vital goals in trials. He shares stories of his time at Newcastle, working hard to prove his talent and earn a spot in the team alongside legends like Peter Beardsley. Despite initial challenges, Gascoigne's determination and ambition shone through as he made a name for himself in the football world.

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