A somewhat nervous watching experience, but the result came in the end. England 3-2 Argentina. I genuinely thought we were the better team in a thrilling match, with over 30 shots on goal, by all accounts. Seven of them went in, five of which were allowed, with England getting the (three) lion's share (sorry!!!). Although this was a friendly, the passion of the players and the crowd meant that it was everything but, which makes the result all the more satisfying. Roll on World Cup 2006!
I'm afraid to say, however, that the moment was dampened, both at half time and full time. Alan Shearer, accompanied by Lineker and Hanson, was an in-the-studio pundit, sharing his views on England's performance and the like. Unfortunately, his trousers were a little too tight. I use the phrase "a little" in its loosest sense: they were very tight.
At half-time, it was difficult to concentrate on anything but his groinal area, with all contours fully visible through his distressingly shiny and tight suit trousers. At full time, the contours had changed slightly, not for the better, I hasten to add. All that could be seen was what can only be described as a camel-toe. Apologies for those for whom this reference has no meaning; further apologies to those who take offence at the comment. In true Catchphrase style, I merely said what I saw. And it wasn't pleasant.
