Teddy Sheringham is determined to go on playing after
being rewarded for his services to football.
The former England international striker received an MBE in the
Queen's Birthday Honours list, while former Manchester United
team-mate Ryan Giggs picked up an OBE.
Sheringham's career has spanned over 23 years, where he has tasted
glory in the Premiership, FA Cup and UEFA Champions League.
"It is fantastic to receive this award, I am hugely honoured and
still can't believe I get paid for doing something I love so much,"
he said.
"I have had a great career with so many people supporting me. I
won't name them, but they know who they are and I am very grateful.
This is their award as much as mine."
The 41-year-old began with Millwall back in 1984 before joining
Nottingham Forest for £2million in 1991.
He became an England international following his move to Tottenham
a year later and scored 99 goals during his time at White Hart
Lane.
Sheringham formed a famous partnership with Alan Shearer up front
for England during the '90s and the pair were key as Terry
Venables' men reached the semi-finals of Euro 96.
United signed Sheringham ten years ago and he enjoyed great success
during his time at Old Trafford, including being part of the famous
Treble-winning team in 1998-99.
A return to Spurs followed before spells with Portsmouth and West
Ham, where he spent the past three seasons and became the
Premiership's oldest outfield player and goalscorer.
Sheringham was released by The Hammers last month but has confirmed
his desire to continue his career for sometime yet.
"I know how lucky I am and I am determined to go on playing for as
long as I can," Sheringham added.
When are u gonna retire??
