Paul Gascoigne Rushed to Intensive Care After Being Found Semi-Conscious at Home
Paul Gascoigne, one of England’s most gifted yet troubled football icons, is back in hospital after a serious health scare. The 58-year-old was found semi-conscious at his home in Dorset on Friday night and was immediately taken to intensive care. Although his condition raised immediate concern, he has since stabilized and is now receiving treatment in an acute medical ward. Medical staff remain optimistic about his recovery.
Close Friends Rally Around ‘Gazza’
The alarm was raised by Gascoigne’s longtime friend and fellow ex-footballer Steve Foster, who discovered him and rushed him to the hospital. Speaking to the media, Foster confirmed that Gascoigne is in the right place to receive care, and shared a message of gratitude from the former England star:
“Paul is in hospital, which is the best possible place for him to be right now,” Foster said. “He would like to thank everyone for the support he’s received so far from so many old friends who wish him well and want to see him back to his best.”
Gascoigne’s daughter Bianca, along with his two sisters, are maintaining close contact with doctors. A number of his former England teammates — including Peter Beardsley, Chris Waddle, Paul Merson and Vinnie Jones — are also being kept updated on his condition.
A Career of Brilliance, a Life of Struggles
Paul Gascoigne’s name remains synonymous with both footballing brilliance and personal turmoil. Known affectionately as “Gazza,” he dazzled fans with his flair and vision throughout the 1980s and ’90s. His performances at the 1990 World Cup in Italy made him a national hero, particularly his tearful reaction after receiving a yellow card that would’ve ruled him out of the final — had England made it.
He returned to the international spotlight in Euro ’96, famously scoring a stunning solo goal against Scotland that remains etched in English football folklore.
Gascoigne’s club career spanned some of Europe’s top teams, including Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur, Lazio, and Rangers. He earned 57 caps for England and scored 10 goals before being controversially left out of the 1998 World Cup squad by then-manager Glenn Hoddle.
Post-Football Challenges and Public Support
While his time on the pitch was full of triumph, Gascoigne’s post-retirement life has been marred by addiction, mental health battles, and legal troubles. His struggle with alcoholism has been widely documented, and he has undergone multiple treatments — including the insertion of anti-alcohol pellets — in attempts to curb his dependency.
The public has also witnessed more troubling moments, including his admission of domestic abuse against his former wife, Sheryl, which she spoke about in a candid 2009 interview with The Herald. Despite these dark periods, Gascoigne has continued to receive support from fans and former colleagues alike.
His road to recovery has never been a straight line, but time and again, he has managed to fight his way back with the help of a sporting community that still holds him close to its heart.
Gazza’s Legacy Remains Undimmed
Though the years since his playing days have been rocky, Paul Gascoigne remains a cherished figure in English football. The outpouring of well-wishes following this latest health scare underscores the enduring affection fans feel for the mercurial midfielder.
With his condition now stable and loved ones by his side, the hope is once again that Gazza will make another comeback — not on the pitch this time, but in life.
