It's A Disgrace

I texted Luton Andy today.

Remember him?

He is a friend of my lover and a Woking fan. He is also a major Hatter's fan (hence the name).

My text said:

"Just heard the news. 30 points! It's a disgrace. Hope life is better for you in other regards. Georgina. x"

The news I was referring to was this of course.

He hasn't text back yet. I think he may be crying.

Not that I would condone or minimise the things that led to the punishment. But you do have to wonder where it will all end. The club now appear to have a group of people really committed to making things work in a transparent way, yet again and again they are slammed for the misdemeanours of Board members and staff now long gone.

In other disgraceful news that disgraceful numpty Sepp Blatter has disgraced himself once again. With all the sensitivity of an elephant balancing on a daisy (yes I know the simile is not very good but I just made it up) he has likened the transfer system for multi-millionaire salaried players to slavery.

What is he on?

Disgraceful!

Head In The Clouds

"He's big He's red His feet stick out in bed"

I do love Peter Crouch you know.

He reminds me of my son in a way.

But he is much much much much much much taller.

Liverpool won't be the same without him, that's for sure.

The good news of course is we might see more of him playing now he is at Pompey.

What I like best about him is his 'differentness'. I mean if you had never seen him before and were asked to guess what he did for a living, football player would probably be very low down on the list.

Even at school he stood out from the crowd.

He is confined to a world where almost everything is too small for him.

Good job he has a sense of humour.

See you again soon Crouchie.

Patience

I'm tired of waiting for the new football season to commence.

I just don't know what to do with myself.

Time goes by so slowly.

I try to find bits and pieces to do. Keep myself a busy bee.

It's not that easy though.

What I need is more patience I guess.

In The Mix

I know this is a football blog but did you watch the tennis final yesterday?

What a fantastic display of skill, strength, athleticism and character by both the Spaniard and the Swiss.

And what a summer it has been for Spain. First European football champions and now Nadal winning at Wimbledon.

I'm more interested today in news from another European county, however. For it would seem the latest addition to our skulk of Foxes is one Aleksander Tunchev from Bulgaria.

(In case you are wondering, a skulk is the collective term for a group of Foxes. Don't ever say this blog is not an education in its own right!)

Meanwhile in other news, Chel$ea are set to have a little taste of Italy today and Real Madrid are still stalking the Portuguese wonderboy. Newcastle on the other hand are trying to fight off claims that international interest in them comes from a somewhat less appealing source elsewhere in the world.

Still a bit of controversy might shake things up.

Most things are better shaken than stirred I find

Everyone Wants A Bit Of Arse

Everyone wants a bit of Arse it seems. Arshavin I mean of course.

I wonder who will finally score. Barcelona? Arsenal? Chelsea?

It's like a game of chess isn't it. Everything has a knock on effect. If someone sells who will they backfill with. And so on.

Of course, Arse racing is nothing new.

Nor is wanting to be an Arse in the spotlight.

Perhaps the new call from the stands of whichever club he ends up at will sound like this.

Keeping It Up

It's a bit boring in the world of footy at the moment to be honest isn't?

I mean I know there is all the transfer stuff and other shenanigans, but it's not the same as when the season is underway and you are engaged in the emotion of the fate of your team.

What is a girl to do to keep her spirits up?

I'm a great believer that we are all responsible for our own happiness in life ultimately.

Which is why when my daughter and I went shopping today and bought me first football.

Accustomed to her mother's somewhat unusual quirks, I'm pleased to say my daughter suspended any thoughts she might have had about the oddness of this behaviour and helped me choose something suitable.

With the advise of one of my reader's, Derek (see comment on this post), in my mind, I have purchased a lovely shiny white one with navy markings. Size 5.

Now don't fret that I'm jumping ahead of myself here. I know I probably have a little way to go before I am ready to grace a pitch.

But what better way could there be to lift my spirits than a bit of keepie uppie?

I've had a little go.

It's not easy is it?

If you've never tried then now's the time girls.

Anyway I'll keep you posted on my progress.

And let you know when I can do this.

News From The Foxes' Den

So shall we take a look what's new at the Foxes' lair then girls?

Well for one thing the kit.

LCFC have launched a new away kit. Not bad is my verdict (despite the dodgy sponsorship logo). I think Georgie Girl would look pretty cool in one of those tops. Anything to seek a bit of attention.

Then there are the two new backroom staff, Craig Shakespeare and Steve Walsh.

And Mr Pearson has started off his tenure with some disciplined training it would seem.

I also learned today that Leicester City are rated 5/1 by the bookmakers to return to the Championship this coming season.

So it's not all doom and gloom. And this little foray into the world of Leicester City once more has left me with a little stirring inside of hope and expectation.

I'm so excited.

The Daily Best

You just have to love newspaper headlines don't you?

Today's delight in The Sun was "Flog Drog".

Which has inspired me to report other elements of today's news in similar style.

Adey's Paddy.

Villa Tarry Over Barry Decision.

Dotty Motty Will No Longer Drive Us Potty.

Yes, well OK - this is only a blog not a newspaper after all.

So its bye bye for now from Gorgy Georgie (That's as in 'gorgeous' rather than 'very greedy!')

Web Of Delight

So today's hot news is that Spiderman has been captured by Newcastle.

His name, it seems, stems not from having 8 legs (although that would be handy for a striker wouldn't it), nor for an ability to spin around defenders to score (which would also be a useful asset).

No, the Spiderman of the football world is so named because of his somewhat eccentric goal celebrations.

Not a phenomenon new to those of us who are students of the beautiful game. Remember this?

So come on girls. We've been working hard on our studies. I think we deserve a little indulgence.

Feet up and have a little taste of this and some of that to tickle your fancy.

Then decide if you agree with the judges on these.

Hanky Spanky

What should you do with troublesome renegades?

It's a problem that has exercised many over the years. Even those close to God.

Newcastle now face the problem in relation to Joey Barton of course. Bad boy of pitch and street.

It's a tricky one . I've heard people say he should simply be sacked. Others would argue that he has been punished by the courts and should not face additional sanctions.

As a Premiership footballer he is a very public role model. If he was able to turn himself around that could be a very powerful inspiration to others.

What would I do?

I'd draw up a behaviour contract with him. I would make it clear that if he breached that then there would be sanctions which could include dismissal. Alongside that I would offer support to make changes to his attitudes and behaviours.

I think it is critical to pass the responsibility for his behaviour to him, whilst also offering help.

Alternatively of course the Magpie's could consider some physical punishment which I guarantee he would never forget.