How Terry Venables Got Alan Scoring Again | EP 50

After the sad news that Terry Venables passed away at the weekend, Gary, Alan and Micah reflect on the incredible person that he was and his tremendous impact on the game of football.
He was Gary’s manager at Barcelona and Tottenham, Alan’s manager with England for Euro 96 and was part of the national set-up as assistant manager for Micah.
We hear stories of his genius footballing brain and the innovations he would try in training, his brilliant man-management skills in handling strong personalties like Paul Gascoigne and how he loved a good sing-song.
00:00 - A Tribute To Terry Venables
06:00 - Gary And Terry At Barca
10:00 - Alan And Terry At Euro 96
14:00 - Man Managing
18:00 - How Terry Got Alan Scoring
24:05 - Playing Cricket
26:30 - 'If Only'
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[@cotch.]

Whilst it might sound morbid, i was really looking forward to this podcast to hear you speak highly of Terry. My favourite england manager and someone who really inspired me to love football during euro 96. My condolences to you all thank you for sharing your thoughts during what i assume is a sad period.

[@GIBBO4182]

I 💯 get it though, I was looking forward to hearing the guys thoughts as well

[@Bigramt]

Nice comment pal, not morbid in the slightest Being 12 years old in 96, I absolutely loved the Euros. Terry was a great manager and had great charisma It was sad for him that he didn't lift the trophy in 96

[@STSauto]

​@@BigramtI'm Scottish , but feel the same . The man just had that something special !

[@PJR29787]

Not morbid that mate! Just a way of showing your appreciation to a legend and wanting to hear from people who knee him better than us! Not morbid, lovely message actually!

[@Trancemusiclab]

quite right, i've really enjoyed this, albeit with a very heavy heart.

[@philipmerry5312]

THE TRUE SIGN OF FOOTBALL GREATNESS - "kindness to fans" Around 1997 I was on a beach in Phuket with my Mam and Auntie when we spotted Terry Venables and Ossie Ardilles kicking a ball. I approached them to say hi - and they could not have been more welcoming and friendly. Mam - being an ardent football fan - wanted a picture and both Terry and Ossie agreed. We spent a good half hour chatting and they could not have been nicer. Thankyou Terry - today we mourn your passing - and give thanks for your contribution to football - but I will especially remember you for your kindness to my mam.

[@JamieRobertson-pq3ky]

That’s beautiful, do u mind if I ask how old u were at the time?

[@philipmerry5312]

I was 47 @@JamieRobertson-pq3ky

[@usxnews1834]

You can see how much Terry meant to Shearer in his face when he's talking about how Venables got him scoring again for England

[@FortValance]

Terry Venables united our national team and country in Euro 96 and gave us all a special experience as a nation that none of us old enough to remember will ever forget. Thsnk you Terry Venables and rest in peace 🙏🏼

[@andylawsonHeisenberg]

I haven't enjoyed watching England as much as I did in '96. What a team! Lead by an amazing manager/coach. He should never have left the job and to think what we could've seen is a great shame. RIP Terry.

[@stevenlaird9682]

As a Scotsman, he broke my heart in Euro 96 but I watched in awe a few days later when he masterminded the best England performance in the last 40 years, his tactical expertise was second to none, a beautiful episode lads, a fitting tribute

[@davidpearson6785]

That was a hard watch in many ways, but for the right reasons. Gary and Alan didn't even have to speak to show their love for Terry it was written all over their faces. He clearly had an aura and magic dust . Rest in peace Terry Venables, a lovely tribute from you all 👏👏👏

[@MarkSiosal]

As a Scotland fan of 50 years, Terry Venables is the England manager I had most respect for. He was a proper character & a tremendous football brain.

[@herytik4027]

He reclaimed the English flag for football fans, and I’ve never known such pride as Euro 96. Lots of love and respect for the memories.

[@martinevans5106]

Fabulous and emotional tribute to a great man RIP Terry

[@GizziMoD]

the hardest loss in football for me so far... total legend and a genius.. thx for the good times terry

[@xWHEETO123x]

Rest in Peace to Terry. An amazing Manager and Coach but most of all what a great human being. Will be missed by many.

[@Nebuchadnezzar-Wildebeest]

I was never a fan of any of the teams that Telly Vegetables either played for or, later, managed (apart from England, obviously) but I always rather admired the man. He was a class player, particularly later in his career at QPR when he became and embodiment of a player who actually improves with age (see also, Johnny Giles, Gary Speed, Peter Beardsley et cetera). And, as a manager, his teams always played the game the way we'd all like to think it *should* be played, with skill, intensity and an occasional reckless abandon towards defending; additionally, he was a multi-talented man. A singer (with a - cheerfully awful - top fifty UK hit), an actor and a writer - I was a *big* fan of the TV series based on the novels that he co-wrote whilst still playing football professionally. More importantly, from interviews he seemed like a genuinely decent man - a man of wit, humour and compassion for others. So, I was saddened to hear of his death and, whilst eighty isn't a bad innings by any shot, I still think the world would've been a better place if he'd managed another decade on it.

[@stevehyde590]

Well done lads can't of been easy for you to have done this today but as always you did him proud. A truly great and decent man,he'll be missed ❤

[@jarman7765]

Fantastic and eloquent tribute by you, I’ve never met El Tel but you made us feel like we knew him a little bit too. Found it quite emotional.

[@GaryKidd]

I had the pleasure of meeting him when he was the coach at QPR. When they had the artificial grass! I was invited to the players' lounge on a number of occasions and he was always friendly and full of fun. It was a sad day when he left the England manager's job because IMO, he was the best coach we ever had. RIP Terry, you will be missed.

[@topgazza]

As a life long Spurs fan since the early 60s and seen many managers Terry was easily one of the top 3 along with Bill and Keith. Saw him play for Chelsea and also Spurs. What a classy midfielder he was. As a manager he was unique and everyone loved him. I feel really upset at his passing and best wishes to his family and close friends. There are signs of Terry in Ange as well so the future looks good. Terry did indeed write "Hazel" and it was made into a TV series. He was a real character with immense talent

[@haroldkane9714]

RIP MR VENABLES, passing has really hit me, thank you guys for sharing thoughts and feelings...a true English great

[@garybarlow8260]

To hear the way in which yourselves were talking about Terry is absolutely wonderful. He was obviously an unbelievable coach and human being. Very very respectful podcast guys. I can just imagine him smiling down upon you hearing such kind words. RIP El Tel.

[@matttompkin2873]

Rip Terry 🙏 & thank you Alan and Gary for the insight much appreciated

[@robsadler3311]

R.I.P Terry Venables loved watching your team's as a kid always played exciting attacking football truly respected in the game and never heard a bad word about him. Great work guy's we can see what he meant to you both and remember you got to be coached and friends with a true great of English football

[@sanjek]

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[@danielturner7213]

My favourite manager growing up. I loved that period at spurs and the style of play. Watching us lift the fa cup. A special time at spurs. RIP Terry

[@jayb8298]

Some people pass & you think to yourself it's a shame but this as really upset me & I've cried a few times....All I can say is thankyou Terry for Euro 96 & that fabulous summer....Best tournament by far....RIP ... ❤

[@Bigramt]

Im Irish and obviously due to rivarlies I usually wouldn't want England to win, but I was gutted for Terry and the team in 96 They should have won that tournament and it will always be one of my favourite international tournaments Terry was well loved in the game and a great character. He will be missed RIP to a a great football man! 🙏

[@Sean-ts8lp]

Im irish too i liked it too but let's no go crazy we didn't want them to win

[@Bigramt]

@@Sean-ts8lp I didn't want them to win, but I felt for the team and the manager. The media is a different story lol

[@ianmclean5812]

A LEGEND!!! Gone, but will never be forgotten!!!

[@stefanstancioiu7335]

Watching this as a Romanian, who watched hundreds of hours of documentaries about that Seville 86 Final, this is brilliant. We had a super team too then, and what a keeper. He saved 4 in a row in a final against Barcelona in Spain. Helmuth Duckadam. Nice Pod guys, RIP Terry.

[@fargodavilleitnotd6729]

A great tribute lads well done, couldnt have been easy. RIP Mr Venables

[@chrislewis6531]

A little bit before my Time but my dad always recalls terry as being england greatest ever manager, just the way we played, win or lose we always looked like winning or doing something amazing. If everyone played football as he managed then it would be a much more enjoyable game coz now we have a few negative managers that play safe a lot but he was forward thinking and I was only 5 in euro 96 but I remember loving to watch them play and the only england team I can see matching them since then is this team now. A brilliant time to be an englishman. Great podcast you two legends and micah richards (only joking). Micah u did more than of us could ever dream of so stop being so humble coz everyone would have loved to do what u done. RESPECT 👊

[@marlee2309]

As a 40 year old spurs fan he was the first manager i remember, then euro 96, legend. RIP Terry

[@lebbeatty9127]

Gary just knows how to tell a story just how it should be and just right. Some great stories about a great man

[@Trancemusiclab]

what a beautiful tribute to a special man. This has upset me as much as losing bobby Robson. I just wish my club would have given terry the right conditions to work his magic at leeds. RIP El Tel

[@paulsmith6224]

Leeds fan...thank you chaps, brilliant tribute to a brilliant man. The shit he put up with at LUFC in the meltdown and fire sale days was scandulous but he still performed maintained his dignity and humour, Sadly missed. RIP Terry

[@65sneaky]

Lovely Tribute guys thanks so much. Heartfelt and very personal stories shared about Tel. as a fan of the man was lovely to hear RIP Tel, thanks for all the memories.

[@murdoch691]

Can I just say I'm not just a Liverpool fan but I'm a fan of great characters of the game weather it's players or managers, and Terry was a massive character he played the game as it should be played free flowing and full of heart,when I heard of his death I felt so empty inside like I had lost a close friend,that's what he made me feel like and he will be certainly missed by everyone that did or didn't meet him.my heart goes out to his family and anybody who was touched by his presence rip tel you deserve every plaudit that comes your way,you will sorely missed by everyone that witnessed your smile and the way you played the game.sleep soundly and may God take care of 😢

[@leewestbrook9122]

Great tribute to a fantastic man. RIP Terry

[@iainchisholm17]

And… the rest is Terry Venables. Well done lads, a great tribute. Top class. RIP Tel.

[@Eren_267]

Rest in peace Terry, It was great hearing about him since I'm from the new generation and we don't often hear about these legends of the game

[@Smokey_MR2]

Great tribute lads, I still remember that great summer of '96, it was great to hear so much we would never have known about this great and kind legend so thankyou for sharing. RIP Sir El Tel

[@DarthMundane]

I was literally listening to your last episode and thought Terry would be a great guest to have on your podcast. I didn’t know he was ill but what a guy. The yellow pages advert with him, Graham Taylor and Bobby Robson came up the over day. Now sadly all gone 😢

[@stephenmorris8947]

Lovely tribute. Could see how much Terry meant to you both Gary and Alan. Also really thoughtful sign off from Micah showing respect tor the stories being told.

[@michellefury574]

Thank you so much for such a lovely tribute to the amazing El Tel. Very moving and so special to hear you speak about your relationships with him. RIP El Tel, thank you for so many amazing memories

[@troublesumdemon5595]

My favourite England manager ever . The best of all RIP TV .

[@Tooooooon]

Excellent and wonderful tribute to an awesome person and manager. Few players and managers are widely respected through every club but Terry was definitely one of them. His interviews etc were from a person who said everything from his heart and how it was and thats why fans respected him. A genuine and charismatic guy who will be remembered and missed...

[@DeanWatson-kb7dv]

The respect is shining through for El Tel from those 3 Euro 96 holds a special place for me as it does for many more Rip x

[@TheOrlandoTrustfull]

I didn't get to witness 1966, but Euro 96 I was 13 years old. Football still felt magical, I would put the radio on my bedroom window sill and play football with my friends while listening to the games, probably annoying my neighbours, but it just felt special, and Venables was a big part of that.

[@MrDaciasandero]

Lovely listening to that guys! He always came across as a wonderful caring man who had the twinkle in his eyes...that he knew his stuff on and off the field...but do you know what I remember him the most...his laugh..infectious...he will be missed by so many...R.I.P which should be ..Sir El Tel - our Tel 😊

[@richiesimons4403]

Will be missed. What fantastic manager he was. Winning the cup with Spurs and taking QPR to an FA Cup Final, beating my beloved West Brom in the Semi-Final, and promotion in the same season. Plus how he turned fortunes around at Barcelona. To most of us though, it was that wonderful ride to the Semi - Final of Euro 96. What a tournament and how he got everybody believing in England again. That magnificent night against Netherlands, when England played total football. Still the best England performance I have ever seen. RIP Terry Venables. And Thank you.

[@AndresJames12]

Terry Venables' managerial career was just before my time so all I really knew of him was what my dad told me about him when they were at Spurs together. He said Venables was nice guy but a bit weird, doing all these strange warm ups by himself, amongst other unusual things at the training ground. After listening to this episode, I realise now, Terry Venables was just way ahead of the curve. RIP El Tel

[@GIBBO4182]

Was looking forward to hear your guys thoughts. Knowing how he had such a big influence on both of your careers. Condolences to both of you, and of course to everyone involved, especially his family. RIP Terry

[@markmccarron1851]

What a man & manager Terry Venables was!! It was fantastic to hear all your memories, it’s obvious how special he was to all in the game. Very emotional. Brilliant as usual all of you.🙌

[@Xanzia1972]

Best manager ever! Very capable and a great coach. He was actually enjoyable.

[@StevoMusicManUK]

A very well presented episode, paying tribute to such a likeable person. Thank you guys.

[@wiltonmcdonald2399]

Yes, it’s a sad day for football on hearing of Terry Venables passing R. I. P. El Tel He was one of my fav footballer along with Johnny Haynes both were GREAT passers of a football; every pass measured to perfection. I am 74 yrs old and I have see most of the best the game has offered my game as a midfield player was based on how he and Johnny played in the middle of the park. I will always be grateful to him for helping Tottenham through their struggles. I can’t say enough about the man T. V. Gone but not forgotten. R. I. P.

[@josephstanley320]

This is a beautiful tribute. Rest in Peace Terry

[@pauldarn]

Actually wiping tears away what a great tribute to a great MAN

[@C4rL72]

beautiful comments and sentiments, amazing podcast guys

[@alanmorgan5472]

Just finished watching and here, here micah. Brilliant listen and what a fantastic tribute to one of englands greatest footballing greats 👏👏👏👏👏 thanks for this fantastic video guys, great stuff 👍

[@TheChannelofaDisappointedMan]

Great work, guys. Insightful and moving by turns.

[@markreed1258]

What a wonderful tribute to a true gent, rest in peace Terry and thank you for the memories

[@roomotellimited4599]

Very respectful yet great episode. RIP Terry x

[@scotty1975]

great tributes ❤️ rest easy terry venables 🙏🏻

[@marksaunders4031]

A beautiful tribute to a great man. Well done Gents

[@glenporritt]

Such a touching reflection on a truly great man. Terry Venables' legacy will be one remembered as much for his personal touch as for his footballing acumen. As I was listening to Gary talk about Terry and Gazza, and Alan about trusting him as his first choice striker I was reminded of an old proverb I heard years ago at teacher training school, 'If you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, to together'. He will be missed the same way that Sir Bobby Robson will be missed; by everyone, regardless of the shirt they wear on a Saturday. My condolences to everyone who loved him.

[@DWArch]

I loved watching the Euro 96 tournament, still to this day it is the one that I remember most. Terry seemed to get everyone together, like Alan said it can't have been easy with the big characters from rival clubs. You can definitely feel the sense of admiration that both Alan and Gary had for Terry, these type of people don't come around very often in your life. Special mention to Micah too, some people would try and chip in for the sake of it but he listened respectfully to their stories / tributes - top bloke.

[@jonorbury3763]

Great podcast . Really emotional. Thank you so much. You guys are great

[@shayvaughan9916]

Rest easy! Best podcast around this ❤

[@leethistlethwaite4381]

Gary, I can't believe you didn't mention Terry's last job in football when he was assistant manager for my beloved Boro who at the time we were steadfastly heading towards relegation, that was until the miracle man Terry Venables came on-board and turned the Boro into team that went on a 10 match unbeaten run, winning against the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, West Ham and sorry Gary and Alan but also Leicester and Newcastle too amongst others, We couldn't buy a win before he came and then we couldn't lose, truly a master of the game, in my opinion he should be called Sir Terry Venables, R.I.P. Gone but never Forgotten Great Show Lads, 👍 UTB

[@andrewfear1]

Gents amaazing tribute together with heart felt memories that left me with a tear! Has a young boy my mother always installed in me to look after those whom look after you and is a perfect mirror of Terry listening to you!! I think the class of 96 n co should hold a get together in Spain has a special tribute episode, maybe in his bar to host a special remeberence to El Tel and even a memorial golf tournament Alan whilst there in his memory! Greatest episode yet guy's 🥰

[@PaulForeman-indievisuals]

I moved to London in 95 and my first summer was 96, what a time. Lucky enough to go to the Holland and Spain games and the way the team played particularly against Holland was one of the best games I’ve been to along with the atmosphere…. All created by El Tel, respect and thanks RIP

[@johneden3810]

Great tribute lads. Ive always only heard great words about Terry from his former players. Sounded like a top bloke. Well done

[@FPL-LARD]

Thanks for the memories El Tel...euro 96 will stay with me forever, so so close..RIP

[@wezspicer8197]

Having grown up in the 80’s and early 90’s I can honestly say that I’ve never enjoyed watching England more.I have fond memories of a fire being lit inside me regarding European football due to Terry,Links and Sparky being at Barca.When it comes to England he gave us moments that are of the kind that you can remember the where,what and who of the time they occurred.Magic man,much missed.

[@mikehughes4283]

A great tribute to a great man, who seems to be universally liked. I loved the way England played under Venables and Euro 96 was such a great tournament, but we didn't get the finish we wanted/ deserved. RIP Terry

[@stevebest1448]

Wonderful tribute from the three of you. R.I.P. Terry Venables

[@trevorchapman9050]

Forget football, he was and will forever be remembered as an amazingly human, human being. To touch so many lives and to have given so much to a nation, he will be immortalised as Sir El Tel!!! Legends walk among us and we take them for granted, not until we pass do we know and understand what we will miss! Well done you three mini legends for breathing life into a dark time. Thank you 🙏

[@Jadck92]

Rest in peace terry❤️

[@chrisosborn8397]

I was 15 at the Euro 96 tournament and Ive often bored my younger work mates for years talking about what an unbelievable team we had with special players, characters, leaders and El Tel. What an incredible man Terry was and it's been so sad to hear of his passing but so lovely to hear the amazing love for this man from all his players and all that knew him. Thanks for doing this special episode guys 👏❤

[@Crogg1972]

Top class episode today lads even more so bein about Terry venables.i remember meeting him at Lilleshall training ground about 1988/89.top top man.RIP

[@andymccardleofficial7615]

El Tel a football great. Seems to be forgotten since tge early 00’s but he saved us, he saved Middlesbrough football club by coming in & helping Bryan Robson. What a manager. We drew with wolves or somebody & me & a few mates where hanging about the riverside late at night & my mate said “bad result Tez” & he sarcastically replied “well the fans know best” i didnt realise i was up close with greatness but i do now

[@johnmichaelson9173]

They were the days of our lives. RIP El Tel & thank you.🙏

[@fearsome1376]

I seen Terry outside a little paper shop in Belgrade Square,and he seen me stood there and he knew I was being hesitant in asking for autograph,so he just walked up and said give your phone to my agent and come here (opened his arm to put around me) took picture and I said thank you,he said no thank you I seen you wanting to ask but didn't and I respect that...he shook my hand wished me well and went about his day...only like a 3 minute altercation but I'll never forget it...top top man.

[@eightiesmusic1984]

An altercation is an argument- you mean encounter or conversation perhaps. Good anecdote, thanks for sharing.

[@fearsome1376]

@@eightiesmusic1984 no,I sure I typed interaction but clearly didn't lol...thanks though

[@eightiesmusic1984]

@@fearsome1376 No problem. If every 'altercation' was that positive, there would be less conflict around!

[@johnnyboy114]

Nicely done boys. Nicely done. Very very fitting. Celebrate the man, don’t mourn.

[@billybigtime2808]

RIP Terry Venables one of the games finest characters and football men always full of charisma. El Tel what a man

[@warrenbass7350]

This is an awesome tribute to the great man ♥

[@robtalbot8060]

Lovely tribute for a lovely man.

[@toplad73]

At Palace we saw the start of Terry's coaching and managerial journey and I think the time he spent with Malcolm Allison installed into him a footballing ethos and an approach to the game way ahead of its time. He is universally admired and one of the true legends of the game. Had the suits at the FA stuck with him there's no doubt he'd have delivered silver wear to the national team. RIP Terry!!!!

[@kb5509]

Would've been before that I imagine. All the teams he played for played an attractive style of football.

[@lukefegan9609]

Rest in peace terry as a youngster was really nice and interesting to hear about him as a manager and person love these podcast ❤

[@PRCOM]

Such a lovely tribute, well done guys. EL Tel rest in peace, we will catch you on down the road

[@chrismiller6317]

Great podcast lads to a LEGEND my very best to Terry’s family & Friends 🙏😔

[@KingPongFish]

Well said Micah, Gary and Alan really did a legend justice

[@robinkerr3373]

Keep on losing Great Brits.. Sad times! Rest in peace Mr Venables, and thank you for all the memories.

[@benadams6872]

Brilliant tribute. I thought Terry was the best England manager we have had in my lifetime thus far. Thanks for the Euro96 memories, El Tel.

[@PASSION4GAMIN]

I just wanted to send my condolences to your friend, player and manager Terry Venables. We will remember him for his achievements for club and country. All your words were said beautifully about him. ⚽❤️🙏

[@Thumbs81]

Class from all 3 of you, R.I.P El Tel

[@johnsutcliffe888]

This was soo good! I really never knew about his tactics and how dynamic he was. Sad he came to Leeds when they were on the floor.

[@williamhargrave9202]

Great show of loyalty and respect. 😎

[@stevenellis4485]

Beautiful episode gentlemen. It is clear what he meant to Alan and Gary. He was simply El Tel and he was a wonderful personality. Another sad loss to our football community, however, special memories shared, as well as my condolences. A special football man.

[@nathandavies10]

Well done guys. Fitting tribute.....big loss to the Football family. He always looked like any player would love to play for him

[@markscott6172]

Legend, gave me happy memories!! Even though we didn’t win euro 96 I my heart we did

[@yamothersfavouritefarmer2787]

He was always smiling. ❤