BREAKING: Big Loss To Football – Mourning In England As Terry Is Confirmed Dead

BREAKING: Big Loss To Football – Mourning In England As Terry Is Confirmed Dead

“We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness,” the family said.

“We would ask that privacy be given at this incredibly sad time to allow us to mourn the loss of this lovely man who we were so lucky to have had in our lives.”

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Venables earned the affection of English football fans with a remarkable journey to the semi-finals of Euro 96, a tournament hosted by England, highlighted by a stunning 4-1 victory over The Netherlands. Despite their impressive run, they fell short in the semi-finals, losing on penalties to the eventual champions, Germany.

Fondly known as ‘El Tel,’ Venables also achieved success with Tottenham Hotspur, leading a team that included the brilliant yet unpredictable Paul Gascoigne to lift the FA Cup in 1991. Venables had previously won the trophy as a player with the club in 1967.

His tenure at Spurs concluded amidst bitter discord, as his role as chief executive led to a falling out with then-owner Alan Sugar. The club announced plans to honor his memory with a minute’s applause before their Premier League match against Aston Villa on Sunday.

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“The club is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player and manager Terry Venables,” read their statement.

“Our deepest condolences are with Terry’s friends and family at this incredibly difficult time.

“In tribute, we shall hold a minute’s applause prior to kick-off and our players will wear black armbands during this afternoon’s fixture against Aston Villa.

“Rest in peace, Terry.”

Gary Lineker, whom Venables signed for Barcelona from Everton in 1986 and then brought to Tottenham in 1989 after he took the job, paid homage to “a friend.”

“Devastated to hear that Terry Venables has died. The best, most innovative coach that I had the privilege and pleasure of playing for,” he wrote on X, formerly Twitter.

“He was much more, though, than just a great manager, he was vibrant, he was charming, he was witty, he was a friend.

“He’ll be hugely missed. Sending love and condolences to Yvette and the family. RIP Terry.”

Venables also had spells in charge of other clubs including Queens Park Rangers — who he took as a second tier club to the 1982 FA Cup final — and also Australia.

The League Managers Association also paid tribute to him.

“The LMA is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of LMA member and former LMA President Terry Venables,” said LMA chief executive Richard Bevan.

“Our thoughts are very much with Yvette and all of Terry’s family at this time.”

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