"It's heartbreaking. That's what I want to put across to the lads. All the hard work you put in and it comes down to this. Don't have any regrets. Don't walk away saying, if only."
"If only we had more belief in ourselves when we played Italy. If only we had more belief in ourselves when we played against the Dutch in '88. Maybe things could have changed."
"In '88 playing against the Dutch, I think we felt a bit tired. We'd never been to tournament football before and we played three games in eight days, I think it was."
Ray Houghton is remembered for his iconic goal against England but reflects on career regrets. He recalls critical moments in matches that haunt him, particularly against Italy and the Netherlands. Houghton warns players to avoid regrets and emphasizes the importance of belief and hard work. He encourages players to give their best and to be content with their efforts, stating that regrets can linger into old age. His experiences serve as a reminder of the emotional weight of pivotal moments in sports.
Read at Irish Mirror
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