More from former England defender Gary Neville: "He was someone who the players trusted and had great faith in and he always spoke openly and he was a personality that was far too big for the then rigid and stiff FA football association and that’s why they got rid of him after Euro 96 and why the relationship ended. The third thing is what all great coaches need. He had an unbelievable ruthlessness and clinical side to him. We had brilliant leaders in that dressing room like Ince, Adams, Shearer, Platt, Gascoigne, Southgate and Seaman.

"He handled them all really strongly and they all knew who the boss was. There were many times where he would come in at half-time and call out one of the senior players and there were few England managers who could do that and Terry had that quality. I sit here today thinking back to my special times with Terry and can say he is without doubt the most technically gifted British coach we’ve ever produced."

Former England defender Gary Neville, who played under Terry Venables at Euro 96, wrote on X: "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. There were three things that were important to me about Venables.

"The first is when we hear people that play for Pep Guardiola now say that he can call the outcome of a game in training a few days before the match arrives, Terry Venables had that very same capability, he’d come through the Barcelona system. In Euro 96 as a right back, I played as a conventional right back in the first match, the right of a back three in parts of the second match against Scotland and as a right winger when we were in possession through our goalkeeper in the third match against Holland and in the fourth match against Spain in the quarter final as a right wing back.

"The ability that we had to change systems during matches and from game to game was incredible, it blew my mind. England certainly needed more like him and it was a real sadness when he left at the end of Euro 96, I felt it never got as good again for England as it was under him. The second thing was that he was an unbelievable personality and character, larger than life. He was someone who was a players man, looked after his players, stood up for his players in big situations like the pre-96 trip to Hong Kong and the dentist chair incident.

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England's account on X: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Terry Venables at the age of 80.

"Having won two senior caps as a player, Terry went on to manage the Three Lions between 1994 and 1996 - proudly leading us to the semi-finals of Euro 96. Our thoughts and condolences are with Terry’s family, friends and former clubs."

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Alistair Bruce-Ball
Commentator on BBC Radio 5 Live

Terry Venables' face is on all the television screens in the concourses around the stadium.

We've seen a lovely big, smiling black and white picture of him as well in his younger days on the big screens.

They will remember him very fondly here, an FA Cup winner as a player and manager for Tottenham Hotspur.

England manager Gareth Southgate, who played under Terry Venables at Euro 96, has released this tribute: "Any player will have great affinity with the manager that gave them their opportunity, but it was quickly evident playing for Terry Venables that he was an outstanding coach and manager.

"Tactically excellent, he had a wonderful manner, capable of handling everyone from the youngest player to the biggest star. He was open minded, forward thinking, enjoyed life to the full and created a brilliant environment with England that allowed his players to flourish and have one of the most memorable tournaments in England history.

"A brilliant man, who made people feel special, I’m very sad to hear of his passing and my thoughts are with Yvette and all of his family."

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BBC Sport's Andy Swiss reflects on the life of former England manager Terry Venables, who has died at the age of 80 after a long illness.

Tottenham have made four changes to the side which lost 2-1 at Wolves before the international break.

Destiny Udogie returns after injury and suspension, while Rodrigo Bentancur, Bryan Gil and Giovani lo Celso also come in.

Yves Bissouma is suspended and Pape Matar Sarr has a minor injury, while Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Eric Dier have dropped to the bench.

Tottenham's starting XI: Guglielmo Vicario, Pedro Porro, Emerson Royal, Ben Davies, Destiny Udogie, Rodrigo Bentancur, Giovani lo Celso, Bryan Gil, Dejan Kulusevski, Brennan Johnson, Son Heung-min.

Subs: Brandon Austin, Oliver Skipp, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Eric Dier, Alejo Veliz, Jamie Donley, Alfie Dorrington, Fraser Forster.

Aston Villa have made just the one change to the side which won 3-1 at home to Fulham, with Diego Carlos replacing Youri Tielemans.

Aston Villa's starting XI: Emiliano Martinez, Ezri Konsa, Diego Carlos, Pau Torres, Lucas Digne, Matty Cash, Boubacar Kamara, Douglas Luiz, John McGinn, Moussa Diaby, Ollie Watkins.

Subs: Youri Tielemans, Alex Moreno, Clement Lenglet, Jhon Duran, Leon Bailey, Leander Dendoncker, Jacob Ramsey, Tim Iroegbunam, Robin Olsen.

Tottenham, one of Terry Venables' former clubs, plays Aston Villa in the Premier League this afternoon.

Tottenham posted on X: "The club is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of former player and manager Terry Venables. 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 wear black armbands during this afternoon’s fixture against Aston Villa. Rest in peace, Terry."

Aston Villa said: "Everyone at Aston Villa is deeply saddened by the passing of former England manager Terry Venables. Ahead of kick-off against Terry’s former club Tottenham Hotspur this afternoon, a minute’s applause will take place in his memory. The thoughts and condolences of all at the club are with his family and friends at this time."

Clinton Morrison
Former Republic of Ireland striker on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra

He came to Crystal Palace and every player was in awe of him.

He came with all of his England coaching staff and he had that aura about him but he wasn't only a top manager he was a great guy as well.

Relive England's stunning performance in a 4-1 win against the Netherlands at Wembley in Euro 96, with Alan Shearer and Teddy Sheringham both scoring twice.

Former England striker Stan Collymore: "Incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Terry Venables today. He made my dream come true of representing my country, which I could never really thank him enough for.

"[He was] vivacious, funny, a superb coach, multi talented, a man who really lived life to its fullest. Rest in Peace, Terry."

Guillem Balague
Spanish football journalist on BBC Radio 5 Live

Terry Venables was a coach who proposed something different. We're the kind of country that is open to different things, especially if they come from abroad. We just listen and learn from it.

He also sang and wrote books, novels and went on TV shows as a personality, not just as a coach. There's only one I can think of who did a similar jump from football to showbusiness and that was Johan Cruyff.

Terry Venables began his football career at Chelsea, making more than 200 appearances for the club between 1960 and 1966, before playing for Tottenham, QPR and Crystal Palace.

He won two caps for England and finished his playing career with brief stints in Australia and the Republic of Ireland.

Venables then began his managerial career with Palace before moving on to QPR and he was a surprise appointment by Barcelona in 1984. While in Spain he led Barca to the 1985 La Liga title, a Copa del Rey victory and the 1986 European Cup final.

He later won the 1991 FA Cup as Tottenham boss before leading England to the semi-finals of Euro 96.

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Former England captain Alan Shearer: "Extremely sad news. The great Terry Venables has passed away. RIP Boss. I owe you so much. You were amazing."

John Murray
Commentator on BBC Radio 5 Live

People gathering at football grounds today like Goodison Park, generations and generations will think so highly of Terry Venables because of the memories he brought to them.

He was larger than life, he was avuncular, he was popular with so many, most importantly with the players that played for him. Over the years I've heard that time and time again.

Players loved playing for Terry Venables the manager.

Former England captain Gary Lineker: "[I'm] 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. Sending love and condolences to Yvette and the family. RIP Terry."

John Murray
Commentator on BBC Radio 5 Live

Terry Venables was one of the biggest football personalities of his generation and one of the leading managers.

Richard Bevan, chief executive of the League Managers Association added: "The LMA is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of LMA member and former LMA president Terry Venables.

"Our thoughts are very much with Yvette and all of Terry’s family at this time."

The news was announced via a press release from the League Managers Association, which featured a statement by the Venables family.

It read: "We are totally devastated by the loss of a wonderful husband and father who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness.

"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."