Relegation Blues: Jari The Saviour?
Has Fulham boss Roy Hodgson been on the methylated spirits? Has owner Mohammed Al Fayed switched the water supply in the changing rooms to Krug champagne? They are the only rational kinds of explanation for Hodgson´s comments that Jari Litmanen can play a big role in the club´s league survival.
For those who don´t know, ageing Jari qualifies for a heating allowance next Christmas and his last top flight goal came against Woolwich Arsenal in 1897. So why on earth does Hodgson believe the Finn´s creaking bones can fire the Cottagers to safety?
That bloke in the dinghy who fishes the footballs out of the Thames will have more of an influence on the team´s form than Jari.
Or is there more to this than Hodgson is letting on? Hang on. It´s just been revealed that the Fulham boss was referring to the club´s crown green bowling team. They are just two points off relegation to West London Bowling League B. And since hanging up his boots Jari has become something of an expert over the last few decades.
Fancy a punt then check out Bodog's Premier League odds.
Submit Your Comment