Stuart Pearce: Psycho Screaming - Euro '96, England & Nottingham Forest - A0, A2, A1 or A3 Watercolour Prints
Iconic portrait of Stuart Pearce aka Psycho, Nottingham Forest and England - left back, captain and legend - that famous scream of redemption at Wembley Stadium in Euro '96.
Ideal for autographing and framing.
Limited Edition of 250. Just 20 each of A2/A1/A0.
Shipped in cardboard backed envelope. A3 Size. Larger sizes in rigid tubes.
Stuart Pearce, often referred to as "Psycho" for his tenacious playing style, is a former English professional footballer and manager, born on April 24, 1962, in London, England. He is best known for his long tenure as a left-back for Nottingham Forest, where he played 401 league games and became a club legend, and for earning 78 caps for the England national team between 1987 and 1999. Pearce also played for Coventry City, Newcastle United, West Ham United, and Manchester City, amassing over 600 top-flight appearances in a career spanning 1983 to 2002.
As a player, Pearce was renowned for his fierce tackling, leadership, and powerful left-footed free kicks. He captained England in several matches and was part of the Euro 96 squad that reached the semi-finals. His most iconic moment came during the Euro 96 penalty shootout against Spain, where he exorcised the demons of a missed penalty in the 1990 World Cup by confidently scoring and celebrating passionately.
After retiring, Pearce transitioned into management, most notably managing Nottingham Forest (1996–1997 as player-manager and 2014–2015), Manchester City (2005–2007), and the England U21 team (2007–2013). He also served as caretaker manager for England’s senior team in 2012 and was an assistant coach at West Ham United under David Moyes. His managerial stints, while less illustrious than his playing career, showcased his deep connection to the game, though results were mixed—his time at Forest in 2015 ended after a poor run despite an initial unbeaten streak.
Pearce has also worked as a pundit for outlets like BBC Radio 5 Live and TNT Sports, leveraging his football expertise. A quirky note: he’s an avid punk rock fan, particularly of bands like the Lurkers, and even attended the 1977 punk festival at the Roxy Club. He remains a respected figure in English football for his grit and passion.
