[29] On 6 November 1982, he conceded five goals in a 50 defeat to Mersey rivals Liverpool at Goodison Park. And could have beaten Portugal on any other given day, too. "On the way home I kept seeing cars full of Everton supporters driving back to Liverpool with smiles on their faces. [46] Despite this set-back, he agreed to sign a six-year contract in December, which was then the longest contract the club had ever issued. "My role? It was great and it made me think the FA take the piss with their LGBT relations day. [77] He remained an ever-present in the 199596 season, though Royle then tried to sign Crystal Palace goalkeeper Nigel Martyn. [6] Southall played youth football for his school team and the Llandudno Swifts, where he played alongside Joey Jones. The former Everton and Wales footballer went into coaching once he hung up his boots, but soon entered the field of education. In the concluding instalment of a two-part special, Chris Beesley looks back on Everton legend Neville Southall's turbulent summer of 1990 when the Wales international staged his infamous sit-down . Passionate Welshman that he is, Southall is delighted to see the strides made by the current class in recent times and actually tipped them to make the Euros final. He was impressed by Labour's plans to commit 5% of Premier League football's 8.3billion broadcasting revenue back into the grassroots game, among other reasons. [110] However Southall allowed a 25-yard strike from Hagi slip under his body and into the net and was nutmegged by Florin Rducioiu as Wales were beaten 21. [128] He set up his own educational consultancy that specialised in working with NEETs, in partnership with Brooklands College. It was just: Where do you wanna go? "Yes, if I felt there was an injustice at the club, or an apprentice wasn't getting paid what he should be, I would go and moan at somebody. [119][120] He would spend hours reading books about boxing and golf to improve his balance and spring, and would focus on improving minor pieces of kit and behaviour, saying that "If I changed 100 things and got 1% better because of one of them, then it was worth it". He had previously worked in a similar role in London. [72] It was also the second match of seven consecutive games Everton went without conceding a goal another club record. Weve had mixed messages all the time. To which Southall responds: "Well done, he's 13." It perfectly captured the feeling of a bewildered nation - and his sarcastic comment still does the rounds on social media 22 years on . He has been described as one of the best goalkeepers of his generation and won the FWA Footballer of the Year award in 1985.[4]. I dont want to do that. [90] Southall was shocked by Durban's words and could not explain his attitude. I know, I've driven it often enough. [105], In qualifying for the 1990 FIFA World Cup, Wales faced Netherlands, West Germany and Finland. [104] Manager Mike England was then replaced by Terry Yorath, who also made Southall a virtual ever-present in the Wales goal. This 2story, 1,230. 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He is a member of the Gwladys Street's Hall of Fame. It is the people who will get us through coronavuirus, not politicians. [156] He holds numerous Everton club records, including: most league appearances (578), most FA Cup appearances (70), most League Cup appearances (65), and most clean sheets (269). Taking over Nevilles account has given us the opportunity to speak to people who would never connect with us normally. [27], Kendall described Southall as the best goalkeeper in the First Division "outside the big three" of Ray Clemence, Peter Shilton and Joe Corrigan. Inquire to Bid! They might have witnessed some of the worst things possible in the world, deserve better than just being sent back to that again. Neville Southall, Big Nev [Best Saves] Barbosa Ftbol Videos 123K subscribers 118K views 5 years ago "When you've got a keeper like that in your team you can gain extra points. Former Everton goalkeeper Neville Southall speaks on the roadshow stage as supporters look on There is a famous story about Neville Southall, fresh from an FA Cup Final winning wonder show against Manchester United, supposedly snubbing Everton's after-match Wembley celebrations and. Southall, in short, remains the most original, compassionate and politicised former footballer in Britain as he uses his striking presence on Twitter to offer a platform to communities that are usually ignored or derided. Southall is even more animated when discussing homophobia in football. That was right in one way I suppose because I did okay as a player, but it was wrong in another. Theyre basically saying: Youre too good so youve got to take these tablets to slow you down. Thats not fair. Since his retirement as a player, Southall has briefly managed Dover Athletic, Hastings United and Margate, and has coached at numerous clubs as well as the Welsh national youth teams. We don't seem to have anyone in power who wants to say 'Enough is enough, let's actually deal with this'. The Fiver: sign up and get our daily football email. No, because a lot of the time I dont tell her., He also admits he has begun to think a lot about death. That was the only recognition I needed, knowing I'd helped make every single one of them happy that day.". Documentary telling the story of Welsh goalkeeper Neville Southalls unconventional rise to the top. 'Let's have a go at these and see what happens', rather than ''Let's go out and smash them'. He was halfway home when he saw that a car, carrying United supporters, had broken down. "I drove into training in Liverpool one day with Toxteth on fire. Asked who would win, Wales under Terry Yorath and Mike England or Wales under Chris Coleman and Ryan Giggs, Southall replies: "Oh, I think we would have beaten them. Southall moves between fleeting reflections of his own extraordinary career and suggestions on how those lessons might be applied to ordinary people. Its also really powerful that Neville is not LGB or T. Very few LGBT people have an issue with who they are, the issues are much more often a result of how others react to them. I want to do some sort of counselling, he says earnestly. As a player you're in that bubble, kind of cut off from the real world. No. The government would have to listen to them. During his teenage years he worked as a binman, waiter and hod carrier. [133] In September 2009, he became the caretaker-manager after Yorath resigned as manager. It would be nice to have your uncle sat there in the lounge as a coffee table.. Sex workers, for example, have had no help whatsoever. [73] Southall then conceded just one goal (a penalty) in five games en route to the 1995 FA Cup Final against Manchester United. Depends how they are feeling, really. After a few engaging and surreal hours, Southall stays on to talk even when the tape is off. We love people who allow us to say: Oh, hes a great loser. Fuck off. "As manager, I could never have tolerated interference from above, either. Heres our gay team. [41] Three days later Everton played in the 1985 FA Cup Final, but lost 10 to Manchester United after a Norman Whiteside goal in extra-time. If there is 100billion swirling around, we should not be making people redundant, we should be helping those in need. 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She above everybody knows what fantasy is. Southall and I talk on an evening when the news is grim. Like full chapters devoted to racism, homophobia, LGBT. [26] He returned to the first team in December, and he kept a clean sheet against Aston Villa and remained an ever-present throughout the rest of the 198182 season. More importantly, Im learning new stuff. I think people want plain, simple stuff. Instead he has tried to use asylum seekers as the enemy to take everybodys mind off Covid. The problem is that the FA are not proactive. Jamie Carragher makes his return "90 Minutes with Neville Southall," in the latest episode of the podcast. "I'm not the best organised, would have needed a couple of great coaches next to me. [53] Everton finished fourth in 198788, conceding a club record low of 27 goals in 40 league games, and reached the semi-finals of the League Cup. I want to concentrate not so much what youve got but how we can move forward. "The strongly held political views were always in there when I was younger, I guess, but nobody wants you with an opinion as a footballer," he reflects. He works in a special needs school in Ebbw Vale. "You have to give a lot of credit to John Toshack for being bold enough to pick so many young players. Thats the worst thing we can do because thats where we find hope. "One thing that has come out of Covid is that we badly need our communities. The other day the Sun said they wouldnt name that bisexual footballer because they didnt think it was right. [109] However a Gheorghe Hagi-inspired Romania defeated Wales 51 in Bucharest to open the Wales campaign. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? [98] Wales then beat Iceland at Ninian Park, before recording a surprise 10 win over Scotland at Hampden Park with a single Ian Rush goal. "You just don't have those type of political discussions in the dressing room. Or Clayton Blackmore? After leaving Everton in 1998, he became Torquay United's regular goalkeeper for two years. [35] He was rarely called into action in the 1984 FA Cup Final, and kept a clean sheet as Everton claimed the trophy with a 20 victory over Watford. [81] Royle dropped Southall from the team despite the show of support, though he rejected a transfer offer from Chelsea, who were prepared to double Southall's wages. [11] He then worked as a binman, waiter and hod carrier and therefore entered the game relatively late. I was glad Kane said: We should talk about winning it because they can., Is Southall looking forward to the World Cup? [85] Thomas Myhre took his place in goal, and Southall rejected a coaching role at the club in order to search for first team football elsewhere. He still cares about the game and his beloved Everton but Southall is less interested in the impact of James Rodrguez at the start of a new season than in addressing the state of the world. I feel even more uplifted when, in the following days, quotes pour in from some of those to whom he has offered a Twitter platform. They were backed up by others who were top flight regulars with their clubs. You get over-selfish as a footballer. He tells me, movingly, about the two foster children he and his wife look after and he finds new energy when compiling a list of people he wants me to contact. I want to keep my personality and not use all the fancy words of counselling. Mind Games by Neville Southall is published by Harper Collins. Do you think Theresa May could ignore them then?, Does he get followed by many politicians? [99] A 30 win over Spain at the Racecourse Ground meant that Wales could secure qualification by beating Scotland in their final qualification game at Ninian Park, though a draw would not be enough. Yet we spend 100billion on a train. I want Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage, Tommy Robinson, Donald Trump and the geezer from North Korea to be put on a boat that gets sent around the world for the next 25 years, Neville Southall says as he sinks back into his chair. He even reveals: "I saw a car broken down by the side of the road and the people by it had Man Utd shirts on. I want to say: Look, this what we can do to help you.. Best thing since sliced bread. [19] To win a first team place he had to compete with Jim McDonagh (a Gordon Lee signing who would soon leave the club), Jim Arnold (also a new signing), and Martin Hodge (who was injured throughout his time at Everton). In the 1996 Birthday Honours, he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for his services to football.[5]. Which brings us back to the chapters on such heavyweight subject matters in his book. Gary Speed brought in the Dutch geezer, Ray Verheijen, and he helped change the mindset. But Jessa Jones, a sex worker, makes a telling point. Southall listens while it is explained that my primary interest is his collaborative work on Twitter. [14] Everton asked Elliot permission to take Southall on trial, but Elliot left the club shortly after and no trial took place. If you tell them a joke they laugh sometimes. [125] His managing stint at the Kent club was short and he was sacked in March 2002, after only a few months in charge, after the club's new owners decided to promote his assistant Clive Walker. For Everton and Southall, the delights of the 1984-85 season must have seemed a million miles away on 6 November 1982. [138], Southall is a teetotaller; this fact, coupled with his shy personality and dedication to football gave him a reputation as something of a loner. Coronavirus infections are rocketing and we are lurching back towards a muddled lockdown. "My only worry is Wayne is not a Premier League regular. If he spends 80-odd minutes doing nothing has he the concentration to suddenly make a good save?. Southall conceded 126 goals, an average of 1.34 per match. Footballs not interested. No. I dont know everything there is to know about trans people, which is why I am always trying to learn more. $475,000 Last Sold Price. "The pupils come from troubled backgrounds, just don't get on with school for one reason or other. Lots of people think its a sin to be trans, he says. I got 30,000 new followers within a week. If youre born into a male body but you feel so strongly that youre a female, why should I stop you? That was it. Where homophobia is horrendous. Ive got a bit of flak because if I stick up for sex workers some people think Im supporting the trafficking of women. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. 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