It was the summer when classical music, namely Nessun Dorma, became a huge hit with millions of television viewers.
It was the summer when Roger Milla starred for Cameroon and Gary Lineker spared England’s blushes in the quarter finals.
It was 30 years ago on July 4 when England and Germany came face to face in the semi finals – and the rest is history.
But what was happening back on Wearside? Quite a lot actually. Take a look at our photo selection and see if it brings back great memories.
. A special visitor
Princess Diana won the hearts of the crowds at St Columba's Southwick, on a visit to Sunderland in June 1990. Were you there? Photo: Sunderland Echo
. HMS Invincible arrives
Durham City's adopted ship, the aircraft carrier HMS Invincible docked at Sunderland's Corporation Quay in June 1990. Did you take a look at the magnificent ship? Photo: Sunderland Echo
. A warm welcome for Strutts
We said hello to Strutts Nitespot which opened in the former Victoria's Pub in June 1990. Were you a regular and what are your memories of it? Photo: Sunderland Echo
1. HMS Invincible arrives
Durham City's adopted ship, the aircraft carrier HMS Invincible docked at Sunderland's Corporation Quay in June 1990. Did you take a look at the magnificent ship? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. A warm welcome for Strutts
We said hello to Strutts Nitespot which opened in the former Victoria's Pub in June 1990. Were you a regular and what are your memories of it? Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Music makers at Plains Farm
This recorder session was pictured at Plains Farm Primary School. Pupils from East Herrington, Washington, Shiney Row and Rickleton schools took part. Are you in the picture? Photo: Sunderland Echo
4. A star visits Dame Dorothy Primary
Sylvester McCoy, who played the part of Dr Who, is pictured at Dame Dorothy Primary School in 1990. Do you recognise any of the pupils with him? Photo: se