
'I was nervous before the FA Cup final, but Gullit said, "Don’t worry, lovely boy, we’re going to win!" Boro kept backing off, so I thought, "I’ll have a go here"': Chelsea hero relives 1997 screamer against Middlesbrough
FourFourTwo EN 12 April 2025 at 11:00(Processed: 4 October 2025 at 20:20)
A Chelsea hero reminisced about scoring a memorable goal in the 1997 FA Cup final against Middlesbrough, where Chelsea won 2-0. The player recalled feeling nervous before the match until Ruud Gullit offered reassurance. The goal, which came just 43 seconds into the final, was crucial to their victory.
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Ruud Gullit
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