It was the summer when classical music, namely Nessun Dorma, became a huge hit with millions of television viewers.
It was the summer when Paul Gascoigne dazzled in front of a worldwide audience. When Roger Milla starred for Cameroon and Gary Lineker spared England’s blushes in the quarter finals.
It was 30 years ago on July 4 when England and Germany came face to face in the semi finals – and the rest is history.
But what was happening back in South Tyneside? Take a look at our photo selection and see if it brings back great memories.
9. Hoping for a winning response
We would be over the moon with your responses to these 1990 reminders. Tell us more by emailing [email protected] Photo: Shields Gazette
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