Clubs and players have been paying tribute to former England manager Terry Venables, who has passed away at the age of 80.
Among the players to pay their respects are Alan Shearer and Gary Neville, while clubs once managed by Venables including Tottenham Hotspur, Leeds United and Barcelona have also expressed their sadness at the news.
Prior to kick-off between Spurs and Aston Villa, a minute’s applause was held.
See: Former England manager Terry Venables passes away
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Venables at the age of 80.
— England (@England) November 26, 2023
Having won two senior caps as a player, Terry went onto manage the #ThreeLions between 1994 and 1996 - proudly leading us to the semi-finals of Euro 96.
Our thoughts and condolences are with… pic.twitter.com/e1zzUpCZCn
Extremely sad news the great Terry Venables has passed away. RIP Boss. I owe you so much. You were amazing. 🙏🏻🥲 🏴 ❤️
— Alan Shearer (@alanshearer) November 26, 2023
Everyone at Chelsea Football Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Blue, Terry Venables, aged 80.
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) November 26, 2023
The thoughts and condolences of everyone at the Club are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Terry. 💙 pic.twitter.com/Kk23R0TFF2
A brilliant man, who made people feel special.
— The FA (@FA) November 26, 2023
Gareth Southgate has paid tribute to Terry Venables.
Devastated to hear that Terry Venables has died. The best, most innovative coach that I had the privilege and pleasure of playing for. He was much more, though, than just a great manager, he was vibrant, he was charming, he was witty, he was a friend. He’ll be hugely missed.…
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) November 26, 2023
So sorry to hear the news of my very first England coach, Terry Venables. A man who gave me a chance to play for my country and became without a shadow of doubt my number one England coach in my whole career.
— Gary Neville (@GNev2) November 26, 2023
There were three things that were important to me about Venables. The… pic.twitter.com/J7QWMcOvmp
RIP Terry Venables 🙏🏻
— Robbie Fowler (@Robbie9Fowler) November 26, 2023
Thank you for giving me my first cap gaffer. pic.twitter.com/mXaamfcyYK
The Club is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player and manager Terry Venables.
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 26, 2023
Our deepest condolences are with Terry’s friends and family at this incredibly difficult time. In tribute, we shall hold a minute’s applause prior to kick-off and our players will… pic.twitter.com/ot67eolKJl
We are deeply saddened by the passing of former QPR player and manager Terry Venables.
— QPR FC (@QPR) November 26, 2023
All our thoughts are with his loved ones at this incredibly sad time.
May he rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/dmitJabeOn
🤍 Everyone at #LUFC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former manager Terry Venables. Our thoughts and condolences are with Terry's family and friends at this incredibly sad time. Rest in peace, Terry pic.twitter.com/rYnaVl5g6r
— Leeds United (@LUFC) November 26, 2023
FC Barcelona deeply regrets the passing of Terry Venables, who managed Barça from 1984 to 1987. Our condolences to his loved ones. Rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/3zD3o6T0ve
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 26, 2023