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The Dutch manager told them in the dressing gown at half-time.

(1926 – ) English sports commentator

Johnson has reveled in the ‘hole’ behind Dwight Yorke.

Rutherford’s asking the umpire how many balls he’s got left… he’s got two.

New Zealand-born sports broadcaster

Venison and Butcher are as brave as two peas in a pod.

British football commentator

I’m not going to look beyond the semi-final – but I would love to lead Newcastle out at the final.

British football commentator

At the end of the day, it's all about what's on the shelf at the end of the year.


Stevens got to the line, crossed the ball and Linekar wrapped it all up with his head.

British announcer

You have to remember some of these guys are playing in front of the live cameras.

British football player & broadcaster

I'm as happy as I can be – but I have been happier.

English football player

There’s going to be four or five teams battling for the top six spots.

English football player

He is accelerating all the time; the last lap was run in 64 seconds and the one before that in 62.

(1926 – ) English sports commentator

That’s down to one thing, fitness and organization.

The tackles are coming in thick and thin.

Scottish football player & broadcaster

If that ball had crossed the line, it would have been a goal.

Argentine football player

At 23, he ought to be around until 2006, if he can keep his head.

English football player & manager

From now on, it's the start of a new beginning.

Irish football player & coach

Some time in the 90 minutes they are going to have to win the game.

English football player & analyst

Mirandinha will have more shots this afternoon than both sides put together.

British football commentator

It’s end to end stuff, but from side to side.

English football player & analyst

I’m not going to drag it out or make a point, because points are pointless.

English football team owner

I think I've got the mucus of a good team.