Gascoigne spoke about the death of Terry Venables: I cried like a child.

A sad moment for Paul Gascoigne

Paul Gascoigne admitted that he 'cried like a little child' when his former coach Terry Venables passed away. Gascoigne played under Venables at Tottenham and the England national team, which allowed him to showcase the best results of his career.The loss of Venables in November 2023 after a long illness was a significant blow for Gascoigne. He shared his feelings in an interview with FourFourTwo:

'I feel a tremendous loss and I'm struggling to cope with it.'

Terry Venables' coaching career left a significant mark on the sport; he nurtured many talented players and contributed to the development of English football. For Gascoigne, Venables was not only a coach but also a mentor who played a pivotal role in his development as a player. This loss reminds us of the importance of mentorship and support that coaches provide to young athletes, shaping them not only as professionals but also as individuals.