Paul Gascoigne takes on new football job with England icon 'loving' fresh role

Paul Gascoigne takes on new football job with England icon 'loving' fresh role

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Jack Otway

By Jack Otway


Published: 24/02/2024

- 15:16

The 56-year-old played 57 times for his country

Paul Gascoigne has turned coach with the England football icon working with a youth side in Bournemouth.

The 56-year-old is considered one of the best talents ever produced on these shores, having flourished during his playing career.


Gascoigne, who is affectionately known by his nickname Gazza, played 57 times for his country before hanging up his boots in 2004.

And he's now lending his experience to the youngsters of Dexter Sports Youth U11 Bengals, according to The Sun.

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Football icon Paul Gascoigne is using his experience to help young players in Bournemouth

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Gazza, speaking to the publication, says he's loving his new role.

“I enjoy going down to help the kids in my local area," said the former midfielder, who had spells with the likes of Tottenham, Everton and Newcastle during his career.

“I go to training and teach them some of my skills and old tricks. I love watching and cheering on the sideline on Sundays.”

The report says Gazza was teaching youngsters how to score his iconic goal against Scotland back at Euro 96.

Katie Davies, who runs TheMNT talent agency that represents Gazza, says her son Mason is on the team.

“Gazza is such a legend and has so much experience to share. The kids love him," she said.

“It’s not many kids who can say they’ve got one of England’s best players coaching them.

“Paul loves it and comes along to all the games.

“He’s on great form and is still as canny as ever.

“It’s amazing to see the reaction from other parents when he turns up on the sideline. Everyone wants a picture with him.”

Gascoigne certainly has plenty of experience to provide.

He started his career at Newcastle, shining for the club for four years before moving to Tottenham back in 1988.

Gazza would go on to become a hero in north London, scoring 33 goals for the club while propelling them to FA Cup glory in 1991.

The England icon moved to Lazio in 1992 and spent three years in Italy before returning to Britain with Rangers in 1995.

He would proceed to have spells with Middlesbrough, Everton, Burnley, Gansu Tianma and Boston United before turning his back on football.

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Paul Gascoigne is considered one of the best English footballers of all time

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Gascoigne has also dabbled in coaching before.

He was appointed manager of Conference North club Kettering Town in 2005, only to end up lasting just 39 games in the dugout.

Gascoigne later said his time in charge had been marred by issues relating to alcohol.

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Paul Gascoigne has been teaching youngsters how to score his iconic goal for England against Scotland back at Euro 96

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He was close to becoming manager of Garforth Town in October 2010.

However, he ultimately decided to turn down the offer.

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