Glenn Hoddle received some criticism from David Beckham’s family in the Netflix documentary. This came following a clip from the World Cup 98′ where David Beckham was shown a straight red card.
What was said about Hoddle?
Beckham was targeted in the press and amongst fans following the red card that Beckham’s family insists is Hoddle’s fault.
Beckham’s mum, Sandra said: “Glenn Hoddle said his head wasn’t in the right place [before Tunisia], didn’t he? I just put him on my hit list – people that upset me.”
Hoddle accused Beckham of ‘not being focused’ before the tournament, which led to him being benched for the opening game against Tunisia.
Beckham’s wife, Victoria said: “Glenn Hoddle didn’t come out and try to protect him. And how old was David, 23?
“You’re a kid at 23. Glenn Hoddle was a man. I wouldn’t say a man actually, he was an older person.”
After the match Hoddle didn’t defend Beckham but just said: “It cost us, it cost us dearly.” England went on to lose to Argentina on penalties.
What was Hoddle’s response?
Hoddle appeared on The Sports Breakfast and said: “I’ve got no problem with David. He was a fabulous player for me and one of the best players this country has produced.
“I haven’t seen the documentary, I’ve got no worries with what he said. If it goes well, I wish him all the success. I believe his mum had a little dig at me. Well, my mum would have defended me to the hilt as well.
“My daughter sent me an interview I did after the game in France as well where I was defending him and saying we can’t make him a scapegoat. It was never a red card. I’ve looked at it and thought, ‘How has he given him a red?’ It was ridiculous.
Hoddle also expanded his answer regarding the pressures of the being England manager and the current team.
He added: “I’m somebody that puts internal pressure on myself if I’m doing anything. Even If I’m on a golf course, that’s just the way I am
“Gareth’s right it is the biggest job because every two years you’re going for something, if you’ve qualified as well, by the way.
“People are going to get impatient with you if you don’t do well, if you don’t get to the finals. He’s done that and the England team with the group of players that we’ve got has improved no end.
“We’ve got probably the best squad in the world, maybe not even just in Europe.”
Gareth Southgate’s England side begin their EURO 2024 preparation this week.
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