They had a famous FA Cup run in the early 1990s, eventually being knocked out by Crewe 3-1 in the 3rd round. Roly Howard was manager for a record 33 years (1972-2005), although he will always be remembered by some fans as Kenny Dalglish's window cleaner. TV presenter Ray Stubbs once asked: "How's business, Roly?" to which Roly replied "Oh you know - ups and downs."
Former players include Michael Ball (Everton and Rangers) and Stephen Wright (Liverpool and Sunderland). The club motto is 'To Enjoy, Not Destroy.'
April 2007 Archives
World Cup 1974
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 6, 2007 7:33 AM
I WAS trying to work out how interested in football I was at Jack’s age.
He's certainly more 'into' the sport than I was at six. Perhaps it's a reflection of the dawn till dusk TV coverage and its all-round higher profile.
Memories of 1974 are sketchy and, disappointingly, I cannot remember anything of Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Newcastle in the FA Cup final. Nothing. Perhaps I was shopping for fabric with my mum and sisters at George Henry Lee's or Waldman's that Saturday.
That's not strictly true. The cup final, I mean. I can recall each of the goals in great detail - but only from watching a DVD a few weeks ago.
One TV moment from 1974 I have absolute clarity over, however, is presenter Brian Moore rounding off ITV’s World Cup coverage.
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Easy Tiger
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 5, 2007 11:55 PM
TIGER Woods is generally an excellent role model.
He is focused but affords others encouragement. He relishes victory, yet he is gracious in defeat.
So, how come he cannot kick the filthy habit of gobbing in disapproval at his occasional shortcomings?
After pushing his tee shot on the 17th at Augusta, he thudded his club on the turf before gratuitously blowing a load of phlegm into the faces of a few hundred million golf fans worldwide. Not for the first time.
A bogey was just reward. Alternatively, he could have been handed a hefty fine (whatever that is for someone of Tiger's wealth) and a packet of Kleenex.
The incident comes just days after Sergio Garcia was caught on camera spitting into the hole after three-putting in America. Time for the USPGA guys to clean up their act.
If you can stomach it, watch Sergio's hole in one by clicking on the image below.
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Who Ate All The Pies?
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 5, 2007 10:25 PM
GOALKEEPER William Foulkes would be the first name on the team sheet for an All-Time Fatties XI.
He was nicknamed 'Fatty' with good reason. If we can believe what's written about him, he weighed in at 24 stone towards the end of his playing career which saw him play for Chelsea and Sheffield United more than 100 years ago.
Famously he stormed out of the dressing room naked after the 1902 FA Cup Final and chased the referee in protest over Southampton's equalizer. The ref sought sanctuary in a broom cupboard. Sheffield Utd won the replay 2-1.
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From The Mouths of Babes
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 5, 2007 3:55 PM
PLAYERS from Everton's glory days of the mid-1980s teamed up for a night to remember at Goodison Park.
It meant a late night for Jack, but he really enjoyed himself. Eight goals were rattled in with a Barcelona veterans' team winning 5-3 against the Everton old boys.
So, what were Jack's observations?
"They were really good but a bit slow and fat," he revealed the next day.
You think that is slow and fat? Wait till your dad is their age...
The Gaffer has requested a link to Graeme Sharp's goal against Liverpool in 1984 (you know, the one that came off his shin). For no other reason than she frightens me, here it is.....
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Why Did We Buy Bunk Beds?
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 3, 2007 9:22 PM
FABIO Aurelio's freak injury in the 75th minute was the last action for Jack as well.
He nodded off with his head on my thigh as Liverpool's left back was being stretchered off. Ninety minutes is an eternity when you're only six and you've been colouring all day.
Now I face the task of getting Jack into his bunk bed. Might have to call upon The Gaffer. She's got fireman's shoulders.
What a performance by the Reds. Cleverest bit of play was Dirk Kuyt picking up a yellow in the 92nd minute. He misses the formality (???) of the second leg, but is available again for the semi-final.
By the way, well done to Touchline Dad reader Doug Martin who correctly predicted a 3-0 win to Liverpool with Steven Gerrard scoring the first goal. Ladbrokes would have offered at least 50/1.
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Sleepy Performance
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 3, 2007 8:31 PM
MY little armchair pundit seems happy with the first half display in Holland.
He thinks Liverpool will go on to win 2-1 with goals from Crouchy and Cocu.
I detected some heavy eyelids and I predict he may not make the full 90 minutes.
Great move by the Reds for the Gerrard goal. Four on four in the box on the break, away from home, first half of a Champions League quarter final first leg and...wait for it...David Pleat dares to say Liverpool looked a little bit negative.
P.S. Jack's just come to find me saying: "Dad, if I close my eyes will you wake me up for the second half?"
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Live and Free on ITV
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 3, 2007 11:23 AM
JACK groans when he hears words such as 'Sky' and 'Setanta' in relation to TV football.
He's heard his dad brand them money grabbers too many times and he now knows that football matches screened on those taboo channels mean an early night with Stephen Fry mincing his way through Paddington stories.
Meanwhile, our down-to-earth terrestrials 'BBC,' 'ITV' and even 'Channel Five' bring a twinkle to his eyes.
With the added bonus of the Easter school holidays meaning he can have a lie-in, it will be a Dad and Lad night this evening on the couch for Liverpool and PSV in the Champions League quarter-final.
The pre-match coverage will not have me bolt upright (especially without Gabby), the analysis may well be wishy-washy (what did Townsend and McCoist ever win?) and the half-time adverts (they're always for flashy cars, blokey booze and swanky mobile phones) will prompt The Gaffer to demand coffee and a Blue Riband.
But, at least with ITV it's live and FREE. That makes it a winner with our Jack.
My prediction (save your money, I never get it right):
PSV 0, Liverpool 1 (Kuyt 41 mins)
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Spring into Action
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 2, 2007 12:38 PM
THE long slog through the winter is over - unfortunately.
For months Jack has listened for my key in the front door and scampered to greet me with a warming hug before saying: "Daaaad. Can we go to the park and practise football?"
Just what you want to hear when you've had another day from hell at the office. Eyeballs glued to a computer screen. Phone rattling away. E-mails announcing their arrival every few seconds with that annoying ping.
"It's too dark, mate. Otherwise I'd love to play footy. Shall we ask The Gaffer to make a nice cup of coffee instead and have a sit down in front of Teletext?"
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Snatch of the Day
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 1, 2007 6:51 PM
GARY Lineker's long face was niggling away, so I 'googled' to find out what his problem was.
It seems the FA are punishing Gaz and Co (Alan Hansen and Alan Shearer) for telling it like it is with regard to England's poor performances of late.
Wouldn't they be better served looking for a replacement manager? Someone who DOES believe Jamie Carragher and John Terry could help us win a World Cup? Or am I alone in thinking Steve McClaren is tactically average, woefully uninspiring and insufficiently qualified for the job?
At the moment we're bang on track to come third (and therefore not qualify) in our Euro group behind Croatia and Russia. The Israelis could also pose a threat. Bring back Beckham!!!!
Do I have any suggestions for an England manager? To be honest, apart from Alex Ferguson (and that's a wee bit unlikely), none.
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Nice Guy Gary Turns Nasty?
Posted by Peter Harvey on April 1, 2007 3:15 PM
I'M a bit confused after watching Match of The Day.
Gary Lineker was clearly being ironic in his praise of England's performances against Israel and Andorra. Mark Lawrenson's face gave no clues (he often looks like his piles are flaring up) and Alan Shearer was too busy looking tanned.
Has someone had a swipe at Lineker for being too negative about the Three Lions? Is it possible to be too negative about England? Perhaps someone could let me know what's been going on...
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