Former England football star Paul Gascoigne has been rushed to hospital after reportedly collapsing at his home earlier today. Emergency services were called to the 57-year-old’s residence in Dorset shortly after 9:00 AM, following a distress call from a concerned friend.
Sources close to the family say Gascoigne, affectionately known as “Gazza,” was found unconscious and unresponsive but breathing. Paramedics reportedly administered emergency treatment at the scene before transporting him by ambulance to Poole Hospital, where he is now receiving medical attention. His current condition is described as stable, but doctors are continuing to run tests to determine the cause of the collapse.
Gascoigne’s spokesperson issued a brief statement this afternoon:
“Paul was taken to hospital this morning after collapsing at home. He is awake and under observation. The family asks for privacy at this time.”
The incident has sparked an outpouring of concern and support from the football world and beyond. Former teammates, fans, and sporting figures have taken to social media to send their best wishes. Ex-England captain Alan Shearer tweeted:
“Wishing Gazza a speedy recovery. Thinking of you, mate.”
Gascoigne, whose dazzling performances lit up the 1990 World Cup and Euro ’96, remains one of the most beloved figures in English football history. However, his personal struggles with addiction and health issues have been widely documented in the years since his retirement.
Only last month, Gascoigne appeared on a football podcast where he spoke openly about his health, saying he felt “better than he had in years.” The sudden collapse has shocked fans who had hoped the former midfielder had turned a corner.
As the footballing world awaits further updates, supporters continue to gather outside Poole Hospital, leaving flowers and messages of support.
This is a developing story. More details will be shared as they become available.
