September 4 – Beware the Owls as Phil Babb Wipes Out
One of England’s oldest clubs is born and Phil Babb makes every man wince.
HERE in Britain, we really are a different breed to the Americans. They give their sports teams intimidating names like The Giants, The Broncos, and The Bulls, designed to portray an image of overwhelming strength and power. Here in England, we give our football teams nice cuddly nicknames like the Canaries, the Lilywhites, and the Owls, all of which sound about as intimidating as as baby bunny. Read on here.
EVERY once in a while in football, something happens which transcends club allegiances, even if it is only for a moment.
Occasionally a sublime piece of skill, a spectacular goal, or just a magnificent performance can earn praise and applause from even the opposition fans.
It was on this day in 1998 that fans everywhere were all grimacing together, regardless of club when Liverpool defender Phil Babb clattered into the goal post with his legs either side of it. Cross your legs and click here to read the full story.
No matter how many times you see it, it still makes you grimace.
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