One of Leicester’s most famous sons, Peter Shilton joined Leicester City as a schoolboy in 1963, making his debut as a teenager, eventually replacing the great Gordon Banks in goal. Shilton went on to enjoy a remarkable career, winning the League title, European Cups and establishing himself as England’s number one and most capped player…

What are your memories of breaking through at Leicester and training with Gordon Banks?
Jay, Evington
Hard work! Having the world’s number one keeper to compete against was never easy. A single-minded focus, combined with determination and a high intensity training programme was how I achieved and maintained the ability to perform with the best.

England fans have fond memories of Italia ’90. Can you sum up the feeling in the squad during the tournament?
Jo Foster, Blaby
The passion in the squad to not let a single Englishman down inspired our performances. At no time did we think that we were not going to win the World Cup. Walking out onto the pitch in the semi-finals to face West Germany is up there with my most memorable moments and Gary Lineker scoring in the final minutes is something I will never forget.

If you could take one player from the Italia ’90 squad and add him to England’s World Cup eleven, who would it be?
Abdul, Leicester
I would love the opportunity to play in another World Cup, but I would say Gazza. Walking out with a personality with such exceptional talent was a huge asset. Nowadays, I think Wayne Rooney firing on all cylinders will give England a great chance.

What do you make of the job Nigel Pearson has done at Leicester City?
Nick, Market Harborough
Nigel has done a great job from the team he inherited. Leicester are still rebuilding after Peter Taylor and can only keep improving. The fact that the squad is young is promising. As long as Nigel can hang on to key members we’ll have a good chance of promotion.

You’re still England’s record appearance holder. What does that mean to you?
Amy Smith, Loughborough
It is a fantastic privilege. I can’t really put it into words. To play at the highest level more than anyone else in England was something I aspired to achieve and through total commitment, determination and hard work I did it.

Some people say that goalkeepers don’t make good managers. Did you enjoy management and would you ever have another crack at it?
Trev, Plymouth
I certainly preferred playing! I was given a fantastic opportunity, which I enjoyed, but unfortunately it didn’t quite work out. I don’t think management is anything I would consider now.

You have to understand the mentality of a goalkeeper to understand why there are few goalkeepers in management. Having a training career on the other side of the pitch from the outfield players focuses the mind solely on your own performances.

Who was the best player you played with and against?
Andy, Stoke
Des Walker was a great defender, along with Terry Butcher. Goalkeepers want centre-halves that put themselves on the line. The best I played against was probably the small Number 10 from Argentina. You know the rest.

Have you spoken to Diego Maradona since the hand of god incident?
Paul, via e-mail
Yes. He knows he was a lucky man. Having that happen to you in view of the world was a sickening feeling as you knew it was a cheating act.

Do you have a favourite save from your career?
Gemma, via e-mail
I remember pulling off a save almost identical to Gordon Banks’ famous Pele save on the Leicester training pitch from Len Glover. Some of the crucial saves I pulled off against Cameroon were memorable due to the pressure around that match.

Tell us a bit about what it was like to work under Brian Clough?
Nigel Jarvis, via e-mail
He was a unique man that demanded the best from everyone connected to his club, whether that be the centre-forward or toilet cleaner. He would draw the best out of everyone, turning an average player into an exceptional performer. Staying on Brian Clough’s right side was always advisable, although sometimes it was difficult to understand exactly which side that was!

What do you make of England’s goalkeeping options and who would be your first choice?
David Cheshire, Syston

Joe Hart has had an outstanding 12 months but is yet to be fully tested at international level. I’m confident he will not let England down if called upon. David James has the experience and with Robert Green, England have three quality keepers. Green should have the shirt though due to previous international experience and current form.

Do you still live in Leicestershire and if not, do you visit the area much?
Beckie, via e-mail
I am based in Warwickshire now but visit Leicester a least five times a month.

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