I heard a sad story today regarding England hero Paul Gascoigne:?
Question by Smarty: I heard a sad story today regarding England hero Paul Gascoigne:?
He has been sectioned under the Mental Health Act, couple this with the demons he continues to battle on a daily basis as he fights against alcoholism and you’ve got an icon who has reached rock bottom.
He lives and breathes football and I beleive his talent and influence could still be used in a positive manner somewhere in the game.
I appreciate a Chairman offering him a managerial post is high risk … But i’d love to see the English FA provide him with the opportunity to coach various academies up and down the country – It has to be the best form of rehabilitation!!
What do you think of Gazza’s plight … Should the FA take some responsibility and look after one of their greatest ever players ??
Best answer:
Answer by Leeds Leeds Leeds
He’d have a wife to look after him if he didn’t… well, you know…………….
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July 28th, 2010 at 12:14 am
drunk bum thats all he is
July 28th, 2010 at 12:42 am
You would have to get him sober and he would be too high risk to work with kids but i think he could work in a smaller coaching role……
July 28th, 2010 at 1:39 am
Bleeding sad isn’t it. He needs to get the drinking and demons under control with proper therapy and support. Its not easy and every day is a challenge for alcoholics. One has to remember, mentally, for a fair while he may not be up to the stress of football. Concentration, the ability to focus and think clearly, and even having responsibility are frightening and are things slow to return. Wish him all the best with his treatment. I hope this effort he has made see’s him on a long term road of recovery.