Continue with a look at this genius Twitter thread – which emerges this week – of the best English football moments and more in 2022…
31. Gareth Bale signed for LAFC and decided to speak Spanish in the video that saw him announce his arrival, having famously refused to do so in the press throughout his 9 years on the books at Real Madrid.
31. Gareth Bale signed for LAFC and decided to speak Spanish in the video that saw him announce his arrival, having famously refused to do so in the press throughout his 9 years on the books at Real Madrid.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
32. Jeremy the Manchester United fan called up to speak to Laura Woods and Ally McCoist on TalkSPORT and ended up having a row with his son live on air instead.
32. Jeremy the Manchester United fan called up to speak to Laura Woods and Ally McCoist on TalkSPORT and ended up having a row with his son live on air instead.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
33. Troy Hawke rose to fame in 2022 for his notoriously upbeat “Greeter’s Guild” welcomes across the country, including this encounter with the Manchester City squad which saw him refer to Erling Haaland as a “Nordic meat-shield.”
33. Troy Hawke rose to fame in 2022 for his notoriously upbeat “Greeter’s Guild” welcomes across the country, including this encounter with the Manchester City squad which saw him refer to Erling Haaland as a “Nordic meat-shield.”
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
34. Antonee Robinson wowed his Fulham teammates with an incredibly impressive card trick during their pre-season training camp.
34. Antonee Robinson wowed his Fulham teammates with an incredibly impressive card trick during their pre-season training camp.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
35. Everton fan Paul Stratton drove essential goods into Ukraine whilst they were at war with Russia, in a friendly with Dynamo Kyiv at Goodison Park, he was subbed on to score a penalty for the Toffees in front of the fans.
35. Everton fan Paul Stratton drove essential goods into Ukraine whilst they were at war with Russia, in a friendly with Dynamo Kyiv at Goodison Park, he was subbed on to score a penalty for the Toffees in front of the fans.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
36. Arsenal fan Daniel Kaluuya narrated their Amazon: All or Nothing series, he then went on to admit that Arsenal fans are “wankers” on the red carpet for the premiere.
36. Arsenal fan Daniel Kaluuya narrated their Amazon: All or Nothing series, he then went on to admit that Arsenal fans are “wankers” on the red carpet for the premiere.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
37. Alan Sugar went off on one about pink football shirts, suggesting that Ian Wright would never have worn one, Wright’s response was top tier.
37. Alan Sugar went off on one about pink football shirts, suggesting that Ian Wright would never have worn one, Wright’s response was top tier. pic.twitter.com/MWBHKnWnEJ
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
38. Burnley made a habit of producing fantastic transfer announcement videos throughout the summer window, this particular effort was unquestionably the best of the lot.
38. Burnley made a habit of producing fantastic transfer announcement videos throughout the summer window, this particular effort was unquestionably the best of the lot.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
39. Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp got into it live on air pitch-side at Brentford.
“Look at me when I’m talking to you.”
39. Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp got into it live on air pitch-side at Brentford.
“Look at me when I’m talking to you.”
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
40. Chelsea fans came up with a song for Kalidou Koulibaly, it’s fair to say it won’t go down as a classic of the genre.
40. Chelsea fans came up with a song for Kalidou Koulibaly, it’s fair to say it won’t go down as a classic of the genre.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
41. Ryan Giggs’ affair with Kate Greville became headline news, the messages Giggs sent her are just as toe-curling now as the first time you read them.
L is for legs
L is for legs
41. Ryan Giggs’ affair with Kate Greville became headline news, the messages Giggs sent her are just as toe-curling now as the first time you read them.
L is for legs
L is for legs pic.twitter.com/bJgDjUgnNc
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
42. Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel indulged in a handshake to end all handshakes after a particularly feisty London derby at Stamford Bridge. 🍿
42. Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel indulged in a handshake to end all handshakes after a particularly feisty London derby at Stamford Bridge. 🍿 pic.twitter.com/eq9WhL5Cid
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
43. Clive Tyldesley is loved by football fans up and down the land and this insight into his preparation ahead of every game he covers was as impressive as it was wholesome.
43. Clive Tyldesley is loved by football fans up and down the land and this insight into his preparation ahead of every game he covers was as impressive as it was wholesome.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
44. This Everton fan’s story about meeting one of the Sheik’s sons, going back to his house and seeing his collection of exotic animals sounded like a tall tale but…
44. This Everton fan’s story about meeting one of the Sheik’s sons, going back to his house and seeing his collection of exotic animals sounded like a tall tale but…
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
45. He backed up the claim with video evidence, proving me and many thousands of others wrong in the process.
45. He backed up the claim with video evidence, proving me and many thousands of others wrong in the process. pic.twitter.com/kWP4GFQTTE
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
46. Marc Cucurella is a massive fan of Grease and if you doubt that claim this video will set you straight immediately.
46. Marc Cucurella is a massive fan of Grease and if you doubt that claim this video will set you straight immediately.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
47. Wilfried Zaha scored this absolute belter under the lights at Selhurst. Should it be on the this thread? Probably not but I love it so it’s staying.
47. Wilfried Zaha scored this absolute belter under the lights at Selhurst. Should it be on the this thread? Probably not but I love it so it’s staying. pic.twitter.com/IbvspUlJq0
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
48. Shrewsbury Town’s TikTok account were far from pleased with Bristol Rovers boss Joey Barton and went down the most creative route imaginable to have a public dig at him.
48. Shrewsbury Town’s TikTok account were far from pleased with Bristol Rovers boss Joey Barton and went down the most creative route imaginable to have a public dig at him.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
49. This Manchester City fan took his Dad to The Etihad Stadium as a special treat, the resulting video is guaranteed to hit you right in the feels.
49. This Manchester City fan took his Dad to The Etihad Stadium as a special treat, the resulting video is guaranteed to hit you right in the feels.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
50. Adam Stansfield passed away in 2010 at the age of 31, prompting Exeter to retire his number 9 shirt, earlier this year, his son Jay made his Exeter debut wearing his Dad’s old number. 😢
50. Adam Stansfield passed away in 2010 at the age of 31, prompting Exeter to retire his number 9 shirt, earlier this year, his son Jay made his Exeter debut wearing his Dad’s old number. 😢 pic.twitter.com/lMsPBxwlIZ
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
51. Calvin Bassey made the move to Ajax from Rangers over the summer, the expression on his face when he heard the Champions League anthem and realised he was about to make his debut in the competition was fantastic to see.
51. Calvin Bassey made the move to Ajax from Rangers over the summer, the expression on his face when he heard the Champions League anthem and realised he was about to make his debut in the competition was fantastic to see.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
52. A minute’s silence at Nottingham Forest took a turn for the worse when someone shouted out and got abuse for doing so.
“HE’S GOT TOURETTE’S!”
52. A minute’s silence at Nottingham Forest took a turn for the worse when someone shouted out and got abuse for doing so.
“HE’S GOT TOURETTE’S!”
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
53. Stormzy released a new track and music video complete with a cameo appearance from the one and only Jose Mourinho, who predictably preferred “not to speak”.
53. Stormzy released a new track and music video complete with a cameo appearance from the one and only Jose Mourinho, who predictably preferred “not to speak”. pic.twitter.com/ArcMBfoTh1
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
54. Tony Adams took part in Strictly Come Dancing and stayed on the show for weeks, backed by an army of Arsenal fans who voted religiously despite not even watching from week to week, triggering hardcore Strictly fans everywhere.
54. Tony Adams took part in Strictly Come Dancing and stayed on the show for weeks, backed by an army of Arsenal fans who voted religiously despite not even watching from week to week, triggering hardcore Strictly fans everywhere. pic.twitter.com/toipNPf7Vy
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
55. I couldn’t make the end of year thread without including my favourite tweet of the year by a country mile.
“Is there a plan in place for that?”
55. I couldn’t make the end of year thread without including my favourite tweet of the year by a country mile.
“Is there a plan in place for that?” pic.twitter.com/aIqAfLpWt0
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
56. This section of CBS’ Champions League coverage saw Thierry Henry’s face drop as he momentarily thought Jamie Carragher was having a cross-Atlantic affair with a woman from New York.
56. This section of CBS’ Champions League coverage saw Thierry Henry’s face drop as he momentarily thought Jamie Carragher was having a cross-Atlantic affair with a woman from New York.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
57. Manuel Akanji signed for Manchester City and showcased his incredible talent for mental arithmetic when speaking to the media shortly after.
57. Manuel Akanji signed for Manchester City and showcased his incredible talent for mental arithmetic when speaking to the media shortly after.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
58. Sofyan Amrabat put in the best tackle of the World Cup without question, clattering Kylian Mbappe and coming away with the ball in Morocco’s semi-final defeat.
58. Sofyan Amrabat put in the best tackle of the World Cup without question, clattering Kylian Mbappe and coming away with the ball in Morocco’s semi-final defeat. pic.twitter.com/me56F9wcCz
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
59. YouTube personality Rory Jennings made a very bold call about Erling Haaland’s chances of goal scoring success in the Premier League before the season began, it’s fair to say it hasn’t aged well.
59. YouTube personality Rory Jennings made a very bold call about Erling Haaland’s chances of goal scoring success in the Premier League before the season began, it’s fair to say it hasn’t aged well.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
60. Hull City v Birmingham had to be delayed because the goalposts were too big. Honesty. Here’s the footage.
60. Hull City v Birmingham had to be delayed because the goalposts were too big. Honesty. Here’s the footage.
— HLTCO (@HLTCO) December 20, 2022
Continue with a look at this genius Twitter thread – which emerges this week – of the best English football moments and more in 2022, just click on the next page…
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