Was Bobby Robson’s England side of 1990 the team that changed everything?
In this episode of By Far The Greatest Team, Graham and Jamie are joined by former MIrror Sports reporter and fan-on-the-ground Steve Double to relive the emotional rollercoaster of Italia ’90 — England’s iconic run to the World Cup semi-finals.

Through a mix of personal stories, cultural reflections, and football insight, we explore what made this tournament – and this team – so unforgettable. From David Platt’s last-gasp volley to Gazza’s tears, from chaotic ticket scrambles to the heartbreak of penalties in Turin, this episode captures the spirit of one of England’s most mythologised teams.

Takeaways:

• Behind-the-scenes fan stories from inside stadiums and outside the system
• Bobby Robson’s tactical evolution and leadership under pressure
• The emotional legacy of Paul Gascoigne and the softening of British football masculinity
• The role of Nessun Dorma, mullets, and Pretty Woman in defining an era
• Why England 1990 became the template for national team redemption narratives
• Was this really the greatest team England never had… or the one that changed everything?

Whether you lived it or just know the VHS tape, this is the story of England 1990 — as seen, sung, and suffered by those who were there.

🎧 Listen now and join the debate: Was this Bobby Robson’s greatest legacy.

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