No luck for the Irish
Henry handball wasn't instinct, says Tubes
Last updated: 27th November 2009
Some people have been saying that the handball was an instinctive reaction, and there might be a case for the first touch, but there's clearly a second touch where he uses his hand to guide the ball into the perfect position for him to cross from.
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The beauty of football is that you can play it in almost any weather.
That might sound like an obvious thing to say about an outdoor sport, but I've got one word for you; cricket!
Anyway, we put that theory to the test on Saturday because the conditions were ridiculous. Gail force winds don't exactly help when you're trying to play the free flowing football that Weirside Rangers like to play... well the free bits true.
Either way we adapted to the conditions better than the other team because we thumped them 4-0.
I didn't get on the scoresheet but I did win a penalty, which Steve tucked away confidently.
I got taken out by one of their defenders, after admittedly showboating a bit, and then their 'keeper had the nerve to accuse me of cheating when I'd clearly taken a whack across the shins.
Blatant
I'd go as far as to say that it was nearly as blatant as Thierry Henry's handball against the Republic Of Ireland, and that was as clear cut as they come.
I felt really sorry for the Irish because there isn't anything worse in sport than losing when you feel you've been cheated. I really wanted them to win and they were definitely the best team on the night.
Some people have been saying that the handball was an instinctive reaction, and there might be a case for the first touch, but there's clearly a second touch where he uses his hand to guide the ball into the perfect position for him to cross from.
Fair play to him he's come out and admitted it, but then the evidence was pretty damning and I don't think it will be any consolation for an entire nation who were hoping to go to the World Cup next summer.
The handball aside I thought it was a brilliant game. It was probably more important than most group games at the World Cup and it showed. There was so much excitement and I can't wait for next summer to come around.
Excited
I'm also pretty excited about one of my junkets next week. I haven't had one in a few weeks now, but on Monday I'll be heading off to interview skateboard legend Tony Hawk.
I'm not sure what I'm going to ask him yet but I'm looking forward it. It will make a change from the usual junkets with actors... not that I'm complaining about them.
I'd snap your hand off for a chance to get in a room with Carmen Electra again! Let's hope she has another film out soon!
Later,
Tubes.
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Your name is Tubes, you're as colourful as the Hoobs... ooohhhh learning is good!!! My one question is; do you have any pets?James Sparrow (Leeds United fan).
Tubes replies: I wish I knew what the Hoobs were James, I'll Google them later. To answer your question I don't have any pets. I used to have a hamster called Hammy. He was great. He became a big part of the family until he died of natural causes. Unfortunately Hammy was a bit of a party animal and used to go on mad Malteser binges and in the end it cost him... and us.
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Tubes replies: Hi Cameron, that's a tough one to answer because I don't know any of their names other than Jedward who always seem to be in the papers. I heard Calvin Harris was brilliant the other night though, so I'll go for him.
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Comments
Darren Brooks (Manchester City fan) says...
Tubessss! I've got one question and one question only ... you're now gettin abit too old to make it as a proffessional football, is there any chance of seeing you in the dugout ?
Posted 09:17 26th November 2009
Andrew Hymers (Liverpool fan) says...
You are Tubes, you got long hair, but i would cut it cos you look like a bear ... ooo grizzly. Anyway Tubes you are an awesome rapper, cool guy and make me laugh everytime i see you but what i want to know is... what is better, white chocolate or regular? Love you Tubes love Hymers
Posted 14:34 24th November 2009
Ryan Ward (Manchester United fan) says...
Hi tubes wats up what team do u support???
Posted 20:49 20th November 2009
Gary Martin (Hamilton Academical fan) says...
my question for tubes is......who is the nicest lookin female person that has been on the show including helen?? tubes love you :D
Posted 11:55 20th November 2009
Matthew Ensby (Chelsea fan) says...
shocking decision what was henry thinking he handballed it not once but twice! shame on you henry1
Posted 09:56 20th November 2009
Gavin J-smith (Liverpool fan) says...
Im gutted about the result. My question is Do you think Ireland and France should replay the match?
Posted 20:22 19th November 2009
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