When Robson Dropped Keegan…
This month in 1982 brought the first match of Bobby Robson’s rollercoaster eight year reign in charge of England. Even before the team took to the field in Denmark there … Continue Reading When Robson Dropped Keegan…
Great England Goals – Bryan Robson v East Germany (1984)
In September 1984, an otherwise forgettable friendly between England and East Germany at Wembley was brought to life in the closing stages. Captain Bryan Robson memorably crashed in a tremendous … Continue Reading Great England Goals – Bryan Robson v East Germany (1984)
That Higuita scorpion kick – 20 years on
Exactly 20 years ago Colombian goalkeeper René Higuita produced possibly the most famous save ever seen during an England match. His spectacular ‘scorpion kick’ clearance meant an early season goalless … Continue Reading That Higuita scorpion kick – 20 years on
When Gary Lineker became stranded on 48 England goals
In the coming days, Wayne Rooney could become England’s record goalscorer. He needs just one goal to equal Bobby Charlton’s tally of 49 and two to claim the outright record. … Continue Reading When Gary Lineker became stranded on 48 England goals
