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 Thursday, August 14, 2008

Just in case you'd forgotten...

Questions to ask yourself while watching this video:

1. Why has Steve McClaren forgotten about his grammar?
2. Why is Steve McClaren speaking in a different accent?
3. Why does Steve McClaren sound like a cross between Martin Jol and a character from Allo Allo?
4. Why is Steve McClaren talking this way when the interviewer's English is perfect?
5. How did this man ever become England manager?
6. How did this man ever become England manager?
7. How did this man ever become England manager?
8. How did this man ever become England manager?

Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, August 14, 2008 1:20:28 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, August 12, 2008


Jeff Stelling: Without doubt the best thing about Saturday afternoons...


A Hartlepool fan didn't you know?


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, August 12, 2008 5:20:05 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

Answers on a postcard for this celebration...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, August 12, 2008 5:04:57 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, August 08, 2008


Because you never need an excuse for a beach party...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, August 08, 2008 10:24:39 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, July 10, 2008


Steve Bruce denied that the JJB's pitch needed relaying...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, July 10, 2008 4:28:36 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, July 04, 2008

Not forgetting this guy of course...


Answers on a postcard...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, July 04, 2008 1:16:25 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]


Big up to US Soccer on their big day...


We love those Yanks here at Catflap, we really do. Forget all that Bush nonsense, all this starting wars for oil rubbish, and as for the next president, we like them both (That's a lie, go Barack!). So to celebrate July 4th, we've decided to post this video of a man who has revolutionised 'soccer' in the US, a man who can strike a mean free kick, as he did wonderfully at a World Cup not too long ago. That's right, it's Eric Wynalda. No, that's not "Ronaldo" pronounced by Jonathan Ross, but the bloke who was simply brilliant on Championship Manager 1997. Happy Independence Day Eric...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, July 04, 2008 1:11:17 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, July 01, 2008

Just when you thought football kits couldn't get worse...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, July 01, 2008 11:15:34 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, June 10, 2008


Friend of Catflap Chappers and his Euro 2008 podcasts...


If you fancy listening to Chappers without the disadvantage of having to listen to Scott Mills too, then his Euro 2008 podcast for the New Football Pools is just the ticket.

Every few days throughout the tournament Chappers and the team, including Graham Poll, Rob Lee and Phil Cornwell, bring you the latest round ups and reviews on the Euro Championships in Switzerland and Austria.

To listen to the podcasts, click here...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 2:28:52 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

Check out the strings on our bow, it's KO! Magazine...

More fun filled ezine frolics from us chaps here at Made Up Media, it's KO! Magazine - the King of Shaves ezine.

Mr. King himself, we get to call him Will, said this of his new ezine:
 
"We've designed KO! to complement the launch of our new King of Blades system razor. We were kicking around ideas how to tell the world about our new razor - one that 'shaves closer, lasts longer and costs less' - and didn't think a print ad or TV commercial would get across why we've developed it, what makes it different, and why it works.
 
So, our friends at Made Up Media said 'Let's produce an online magazine that talks about all things King including the new razor, but a lot more.' And in the process, dispel a few myths, right a few wrongs and tell a few jokes. Maybe some interviews (see my first one with Anna Fowler) and deliver to guys in the know something more than just a razor, but a bit of fun too."

So if you like the cut of Will's jib, or if you've spent the day caressing your face that has more cuts than a take with Will Mellor, then check out KO! to find out how to reduce shaving rash and the like. Or just to see Anna Fowler again...

Read the mag here...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, June 10, 2008 1:34:58 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, May 30, 2008

Hands up who wants the Village People to reform?


What does Catflap's editor do on his holidays?

It seems Gavin enjoys fulfilling a life-long dream of driving a comedy winnebago around the country. And then sending camp photos of himself back to the office. Whatever floats your boat and all that...

An artist's impression of the GavMobile.

I'm not saying what the 'W' stands for, as I'd like to keep my job...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, May 30, 2008 4:21:16 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

We enter our own version to compete with Alba...


It's Catflap's Art Editor Mark Culmer. What beautiful eyes...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, May 30, 2008 3:11:30 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Better than Andy Gray, yeah?


Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, May 28, 2008 9:57:50 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Beckham kickballs from the midway point as the shootstopper is stranded...


But that's nothing new for Dave is it...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 3:34:09 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Wednesday, May 21, 2008



#4. Jeff and Lee go out for a meal...

Q: In the Upton Park bar after the game Lee Bowyer - who you sent off - approaches you and offers to buy you a candlelit dinner for two to make up for his misdemeanours. You accept and he's charming all evening, but in the taxi on the way home he invites you in for a coffee. What should you do?

Jeff: "Let's look at it another way. He says "What are you doing tonight?". Being alone in London I would be up for a night out and I am sure that it would be lively, so I would go along for the ride. I am sure that with his fame and my good looks and charm we would probably either pull and then take the lucky ladies back to his place or my hotel for some extra time or alternatively end up in a fight somewhere and have coffee at the local "nick" or Accident and Emergency..."

See You Are The Jeff every week in Catflap Magazine.

Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, May 21, 2008 3:47:59 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Quite literally...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 4:46:39 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, May 15, 2008



Umbro reveal Saturday's match ball...

When Pompey and Cardiff duke it out this weekend in the FA Cup Final at Wembley, they'll be playing with a brand new ball, Umbro's FA Cup DYNAMIS. Apparently, it's the "most technically advanced ball ever produced", with "unrivalled accuracy and power." Which is quite the boast from those boys at Umbro.

They say that it's been in development for the last 2 years and, good news for goalkeepers, its 20-panel configuration makes it faster than the more traditional 32-panel ball. So at least David James has an excuse when he bundles it into his net on Saturday.


Teijin micro fibre material also gives players a super soft touch and increased power through greater elasticity and stretch. The DYNAMIS is also the first football to use new Tri-Ply bladder technology, designed around the premise of increasing the power and accuracy of any strike of the ball. So unlike David James, Dave Nugent has no excuse...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, May 15, 2008 2:08:08 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Monday, May 12, 2008

They sure know how to celebrate...

An Aberdeen fan at Parkhead. Imagine explaining this one to the wife...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Monday, May 12, 2008 8:59:53 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, May 09, 2008

Guy Ritchie in half decent film shocker...

Although let's be honest, a video of Wayne Rooney reading poetry with his mouth full of digestive biscuits would have been better than Revolver...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, May 09, 2008 9:30:37 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Wednesday, May 07, 2008


#3. Jeff finds Sir Alex's raffle ticket...

Q: At the PFA Player of the Year awards, you see Alex Ferguson drop his raffle ticket and then pick it up without telling him. Later that evening the ticket wins the top prize of an all expenses paid fortnight in Mustique. Do you own up or pack your suitcase?

Jeff: "I am sorry but I will not be around for the next two weeks to do this column. You are never going to believe it, I gatecrashed the PFA dinner this year and guess what, I only went and won the first of a fortnight's expenses-paid holiday in Mustique. I bumped into sir Alex whilst I was there, he called me a jammy bastard, or I think he said that, I couldn't really understand him. Anyway, b******s to him, I'm off to Mustique. Best thing is I didn't even buy the ticket!"

See You Are The Jeff every week in Catflap Magazine.

Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, May 07, 2008 9:33:35 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, May 06, 2008

It's like Richard Keys on Red Bull...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, May 06, 2008 4:53:22 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

Those Yanks do know how to keep the ball out of the net...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, May 06, 2008 3:39:24 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, May 01, 2008



This time it's Chelsea...

The new Chelsea home kit for 2008/09. Apparently its "Radical cuts and 3D designs follow the shape of your body to increase comfort and improve performance." Which is nice.

It goes on sale on the 8th May, priced at £45 adults, £35 kids (the one Shauny is modelling no doubt...)

Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, May 01, 2008 1:22:31 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Some people have all the luck...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 2:20:07 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, April 25, 2008

"Right lads, it's time to tell Rafa to get rid of that goatee..."

adidas have sent us the first images of Liverpool's new home strip for next season.

Here's what they have to say about it,
 
"The new stylish kit is in classic Liverpool red.  An embroidered Liver Bird is positioned on the back of the shirt and the inner neck of the shirt has a red chequered area inspired by the flags of The Kop. The shirt also carries a “This is Anfield” inscription, inspired by the famous Anfield sign. The new shirt collar is ribbed with a v-neck which has always been well received on shirts from the past."  

The new kit goes on sale on May 22nd 2008. For more info www.adidas.com/liverpoolfc

Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, April 25, 2008 10:56:16 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]


We know you've probably seen it countless times...

But it's always worth watching again...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, April 25, 2008 10:49:22 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, April 22, 2008


Umbro kit out Carnaby Street...

Why? Because they can. And to celebrate St George's Day of course, which is tomorrow, in case you didn't know. Umbro decorated the length of London's iconic Carnaby St with the new 2008 England away shirt. Canny...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 2:02:06 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, April 18, 2008

It's the Alan Wright XI...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, April 18, 2008 9:00:38 AM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, April 03, 2008

Balls. And Moscow...

But will Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool or Man Utd be using it?

If, like us, you've been watching Champions League football all week with only one question running through your mind, "Just what will the Champions League final football look like this season?", then we are among the first to give you the answer. Set to be launched in Moscow in about 15 minutes time, this is the adidas “Finale Moscow”, the very ball that will be used at the final in, you've guessed it, Moscow, on May 21st.


According to adidas boffins, it's new PSC-Texture™ surface structure allows players to control and direct the ball perfectly in all weather conditions. The PSC-Texture™ consists of a sophisticated and extremely fine structure on the ball's outer skin that guarantees optimum grip between ball and boot. The adidas “Finale Moscow” is constructed out of 14 panels using revolutionary Thermal Bonding Technology.
You can all sleep easy now...

Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, April 03, 2008 1:47:08 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, March 28, 2008

This mutt is actually better than several members of the England squad...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, March 28, 2008 5:02:07 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Who says footballers don't have taste?

Observe: The shrinking violet of football, Stephen Ireland, with his new motor. Oh dear...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 12:09:11 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [1]
 Friday, March 07, 2008

Hargreaves: So good he can do it with his eyes shut...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, March 07, 2008 12:43:55 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, March 06, 2008


£20 off Road To Wembley canvas at Liquid Art...

With our football canvas competition soon set to close, those kind fellows at Liquid Art are giving you more incentive to get the artwork based on London's tube map. For those not lucky enough to win the canvas in our competition, Liquid Art are offering £20 off the normal price of it. If you fancy one, or simply want to check out their other stuff, check out their website, www.liquidartonline.com, or call them on 07842 219965.

Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, March 06, 2008 12:42:48 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, February 28, 2008

The chaps at Umbro certainly know how to grab attention...

By shoving a reallife billboard on the A4...



Umbro this week utilised a 3D billboard space in West London to launch its new Have Your Say survey. Have Your Say is a year long, global exploration of fan’s opinions on the beautiful game, giving them the chance to share their views on the issues most important to them. At the end of the year, the results - representing the most comprehensive global study into fans’ opinions ever - will be presented to football’s governing bodies.


Among the topics addressed were “Are foreign players the most exciting in the Premiership”?, “Is being a WAG a career option in 2008?” and "Do referees get enough respect?". Alan Shearer even turned up to answer the question “Football. Still the beautiful game?”. You'll be pleased to know he said yes.

We're not quite sure how the drivers along the A4 reacted, but we'll be surprised if there weren't a few near-collisions when the WAGS were on view...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:15:15 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Got a GTI? Fancy wizzing it around Europe? Read on...

Here's the info:

"Start point: Calais. Destination: Monaco. Stop off en route: the Nürburgring… It doesn't sound like the average road trip – and it isn't, it's the inaugural GTI Challenge; four days, five countries, one alpine pass and a whole lot of driving challenges.

Running from 4-7 May 2008, the GTI Challenge has been created by hot hatch enthusiasts for hot hatch enthusiasts, and it's open to cars from all manufacturers. From VWs to Peugeots, Fords to Fiats, Renaults to Vauxhalls – all are welcome. Entry fees into 2008's only rally to be on start at just £100, so you'd be mad to miss out on this motoring experience. Enjoy some real driving by day and socialise with similar minded petrol heads by night. And don't worry about getting lost. If your sat-nav's gone space-cadet, a full race pack, including maps and some exciting goodies, will be provided to each team at registration.

So, if your car's a hatch and it's hot, GTI Challenge 2008 – The Ultimate Hot Hatch Showdown, is the organised road trip for you. For further information and to sign up, visit www.gtichallenge.com"

Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 1:36:54 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

Showboating: The ultimate football crime...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 1:24:50 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Monday, February 18, 2008

Le Tissier's reaction pretty much summed up a nation's...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Monday, February 18, 2008 5:46:58 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Saturday, February 16, 2008

Watch out for number 3, genius...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Saturday, February 16, 2008 4:21:26 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Friday, February 15, 2008

Let's hope his English is better than his German should he ever blow his top infront of Irish jounalists...


Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, February 15, 2008 5:31:20 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

This is like, totally real...



Posted by: Lex

posted on Friday, February 15, 2008 2:42:37 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]
 Thursday, February 14, 2008

Getting drunk with Jeff Stelling = Football Heaven...



The Rules

- Everytime a goal is scored:- 1 shot of beer

- Every sending off:- 1 shot of Jager (or substitute)

- Half time:- Absolutley no alcoholic beverages may be
imbibed during this period.

- Whenever Chris Kamara is talking:- You must be drinking

- Whenever Merson uses stupid rhyming slang (i.e."he's hit the beans
on toast"!):- 1 shot of Jager

- In the second half, all teams can only be referred to by their
nicknames:- Failure to do so results in a 3 beer shot penalty.

- Whenever Swindon Town appear on the vidiprinter: - Last person to
shout out 'Mackerel' takes shot of Jager.

- Whenever Dundee appear on the vidiprinter:- Last person to shout out
'Football' takes shot of Jager.

- Everytime Phil Thompson says 'Stevie Gerrard':- 3 shots of beer.

- Everytime Jeff makes an 'A Trialist' joke:- 3 shots of beer.

- Everytime your team score:- 2 extra shots of beer

- Everytime Matty Taylor and 'Goal of the Season' are mentioned in the
same sentence:- 1 shot of Jager

- Everytime Jeff calls Kenny Deucher 'The Good Doctor':- 1 shot of
Whisky

- Any hint of racism (social or otherwise) from any of the pundits:-
Quad bombs (4 jager+redbull) all round

- Everytime Hartlepool score a goal:- 3 shots of beer

- Everytime a pundit shouts off camera:- 2 shots of beer

- Everytime LeTiss is mentioned in connection with a takeaway: - 1
shot of Jager

- Whenever Chris Kamara says "its unbelievable Jeff", all drinks must
be downed

- Everytime Jeff mentions "dancing in the streets of TNS: - 1 shot of
jager

- Everytime Jeff says "its Doom and Gloom at..." - 1 shot of jager

- Everytime the team 'Keith' is referred to as just being one guy :- 1
shot of jager

- Everytime Brighton & Hove, or Daggers & Redbridge are jokingly
referred to as two different teams playing the same oppo :- 1 shot of
jager

- Everytime when Arbroath striker Kevin Webster scores and Stelling
says "ohh, Sally will be pleased" :- 1 shot of Jager.

- Everytime anything bad happens to Craig Bellemy (injury, og, booked,
arrested for assault etc.) :- 2 celebratory shots of the spirit of
choice.

- Whenever Northampton Town appear on the vidiprinter, last person to
shout out 'Cobblers' :- shot of Jager

Posted by: Catflap Magazine

posted on Thursday, February 14, 2008 2:04:39 PM (GMT Standard Time, UTC+00:00)  #    Comments [0]

 

 

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