Terry Venables expressed deep disappointment, stating that he found it incredibly difficult to articulate the feelings of dread surrounding the England national team and the English Football Association at that time.
Alan Mullery, reflecting on that period, noted it would be inconceivable for England to successfully host Euro '96 the following year, given the pressing issues and scandals faced.
At the height of the crisis, Prime Minister John Major characterized the situation as 'a disgrace and a very great embarrassment' for the nation, highlighting the government's concern.
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