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Thompson Reveals Early-Onset Dementia, Losing World Cup Memories

March 4, 2026 · BBC Sport

Steve Thompson, former England midfielder, spoke to Ben Youngs about his early-onset dementia and the loss of memories from the 1966 World Cup victory.

Steve Thompson, a former England midfielder, revealed that early-onset dementia has begun erasing memories of his 1966 World Cup triumph.

In a candid interview with former teammate Ben Youngs, Thompson discussed the emotional toll of losing recollections of the historic victory.

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