Eric Cantona reveals inspiration for 1995 seagulls comment: ‘It just came out’

Former Manchester United star says his near 30-year silence on subject has been his revenge on the press.

CAW-TONA: Eric Cantona has finally explained his seagulls comment.

It was one of the most baffling utterances ever made by a footballer.

When Eric Cantona said at a 1995 press conference: “When the seagulls follow the trawler, it is because they think sardines will be thrown into the sea,” everyone was left scratching their heads.