Source: TheGuardian
Terry Venables, former England, Spurs and Barcelona manager, dies aged 80
Venables started successful playing career at ChelseaAs manager he got England to Euro 96 semi-finalThe former England, Barcelona and Tottenham manager Terry Venables has died at the age of 80. Venables, who had a distinguished career as a player that brought two international caps, was in charge of England when they reached the semi-finals of Euro 96.“We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness,” read a statement from Venables’ family. “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.” Continue reading......read full article
