Yesterday the office discussion was about January transfer's and how much of an immediate impact they can have, especially in relation to title chasing teams.
Tottenham have confirmed one new signing (at the time of writing. This could well be two by the time we publish), whilst Liverpool, Manchester City and Aston Villa have yet to sign anyone.
The view from the Arsenal fan in the office was that Arsenal were throwing away a chance of winning the league if they did not sign a player.
I countered this with the view that in January, teams tend to make big signings with an eye on the next season, using the second half of the current season as the acclimatisation period that many players (especially those coming from abroad) need.
This then led to a debate around the January signings that made an immediate impact and helped their team win the league within the first 6 months.
I did a little Google to see what players joined in January, and the impacct they made. This Top 20 January transfers in Premier League history blog is from January 2022.
20. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - Made a huge impact becomming the fastest player in Arsenal history to hit 50 goals, but never won the league.
19. Seamus Coleman - Premier League legend. Never won the league.
18. Tomas Soucek - Has not win the league with Everton.
17. Youri Tielemans - Had an immediate impact for Leicester City as they finished 9th.
16. Emmanuel Adebayor - Perfect example of someone who was signed with the next season in mind. Scored just 4 goals in 13 games in his first half a season.
15. Mikel Arteta - Did not win the league with Everton.
14. Jose Antonio Reyes - Had an impact with memorable goals against Chelsea in the FA Cup. Scored his only 2 Premier League goals after the league title was won.
13. Ashley Young - Did not win the league with Aston Villa.
12. Clint Dempsey - Did not win the league with Fulham.
11. Branislav Ivanovic - Won 3 league titles with Chelsea, but did not play a single second of football in the first 6 months of signing. Took a couple of seasons to become a regular.
10. Jermain Defoe - Loved a January transfer (Tottenham twice, Portsmouth and Sunderland). Did not win a league title at any of them, but saved Sunderland from relegation.
9. Gary Cahill - "Completed football". Finished 6th in his first season.
8. Philippe Coutinho - Liverpool won the Premier League after selling him to Barcelona.
7. Nemanja Matic - Re-joined in January for his second spell with Chelsea. Won the league, but 18-months after re-signing.
6. Robert Huth - Joined in January, played almost every game in Leicester City's run-in as they won the league. Had an impact.
5. Bruno Fernandes - Has not win the league with Man U
4. Patrice Evra - One of the best left backs in Premier League history. 5 league titles. Had a horrendous first 6 months with Manchester United and labelled a flop. First league title came 18-months after joining.
3. Luis Suarez - Goals nearly dragged Liverpool to the title, 3 and a half years after joining.
2. Nemanja Vidic - Signed in the same window as Evra. Won the league 18-months after joining.
1. Virgil van Dijk - Best Premier League defender in the last 5 years. Won the Champions League 18-month after signing, and the league the season after.
Analysing the above list supports my initial view - that players signed in January tend to begin making their impact 6 months later.
Robert Huth is the only man named above who had a big impact as his team won the league. Many of the others (Vidic, Evra, Van Dijk, Matic) were key in their teams winning the league (or Champions League) 18-months after they signed.
This then brings the debate on to whether teams should be buying in January for next year, so that they have the 6-month settling in period and will be ready to go come 2024/25.
The answer to that is "yes, they probably should", but that then does not escape from the fact that the players teams are looking at signining will probably not be available in January.
Looking at the names bought "for the next season", many of them were making a step up from a lesser team, so were available. Players that make an immediate impact tend to already be playing at a high level, for a top club. These sort of players tend to only be available in the summer.
Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal or whoever wins the league will do so due to the squads they have built over the last 5-years, pushed forward by the new signings from last summer. Any January signing will unlikely make a big difference maker in the second half of the season.
KOM
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As we look towards another international break commencing this week, there is one question I see continually asked on Twitter (or do we call it X now?).
Why does Gareth Southgate continue to call-up Kalvin Phillips and Jordan Henderson?
It is a valid question, as Kavlin Phillips has played less than 400 minutes of Premier League football since joining Manchester City, and Jordan Henderson has gone into semi-retirement moving out to Saudi Arabia.
The argument against either of them being in the squad is very easy to make. But there is follow up question which is not quite as easy to answer.
What other options does Gareth Southgate have?
Southgate has selected 3 "out and out" defensive midfielders in his squad - Declan Rice, Phillips and Henderson. Are Phillips and Henderson continually getting called up because the England manager has very few other options?
To explore this line of thinking, we thought we would look at the other English defensive minded midfielders playing in the Premier League (minutes correct at time of writing).
Declan Rice - Arsenal
Comfortably England's best defensive midfielder. Will start if fit. The issue here is who partners him if Southgate decides to go with two defensive pivots, and also who should be the 3rd choice defensive midfielder if not Phillips and Henderson. Rice would be in everyone's squad.
Conor Gallagher
Has kicked on to another level for Chelsea this season, but not really a defensive midfielder. Tends to play further forward for his club side with Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez behind him. Not really considered as a defensive option. Also, like Rice, in Southgate's squad.
Sean Longstaff
Can probablt consider himself unlucky to not be in the squad.Started 28 games for top 4 Newcastle last season in the league, and started every Champions League game for them this year. I am sure he is on Southgate's radar and if he continues to play regularly, it will be hard for anyone to make an argument that he should not be in the squad ahead of either Phillips or Henderson.
James Ward-Prowse
I was surprised when so many West Ham fans were dismissive of the signing of James Ward-Prowse. He is an experienced leader and has been brilliant this season. Those same fans who did not really want him are now up in arms that he is not in Southgate's England squad. The issue here surrounds what sort of player is Ward-Prowse?
He might sit deep, but he is not do the bulk of West Ham's defensive work. Ward-Prowse often plays advanced of either Edson Álvarez or Tomáš Souček, and often in a midfield containing all 3 - where he is most advanced. That means his competition in the England squad is with Jude Bellingham, James Maddison, Conor Gallagher and Phil Foden. There is also Mason Mount who has also been excluded.
Trent Alexander-Arnold is also listed as a midfielder in Southgate's squad. He is the option if England decide to go with someone who is not quite as good defensively, but can launch attacks from deep.
Josh Brownhill
A solid professional with nearly 100 Premier League games to his name. Probably not England level. Not playing at the same level as Kalvin Phillips was at Leeds. Southgate would have seen the Manchester City man in training to establish whether he still reaches that level despite very little club football. You certainly would not be picking him ahead of Sean Longstaff.
Harrison Reed
Same as Josh Brownhill. Decent Premier League player, but not England quality.
Lewis Cook
Captain of England's 2017 U20 World Cup winning team, he won his only England cap in 2018 and was one of five players named on standby for the 23-man England national team squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Back 5-years ago, you would have had him in an "England squad for Euro 2024" prediction. Two cruciate ligament tear in 2018 and 2021 have stopped his career getting any momentum. Needs to play more, prove his fitness. An outside bet for the 2024 squad if he does that.
So who is there?
I think Longstaff is the only one that can be aggrieved of not being in the squad. He is playing regular football in both the Premier League and Champions League.
Ward-Prowse is a fantastic player, but he does not do what Southgate wants a defensive midfielder to do, and Alexander-Arnold can do the same job in the middle of the park.
The outside bet is Cook. Always been a fan. If he maintains his fitness and plays regularly, he will be in with a shout.
Who would you have in the squad? Join the conversation on Twitter (or X?)
KOM
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]]>What are the rules?
1) Each Premier League squad must contain no more than 17 players who do not fulfil the "Home Grown Player" criteria.
2) The rest of the squad, up to a total of 25 players, must be "Home Grown".
3) Clubs can also register eligible Under-21 players above the squad limit of 25.
Does a club need to register 25 players?
No, they do not.
In theory, a club could register 0 players in its "A list", and have a squad filled with U21 players from their "B list".
Last season, Manchester City's A list contrained just 20 players. Arsenal's A list was just 22.
What is a Home Grown Player (HG)?
A "Home Grown Player" means a player who, irrespective of nationality or age, has been registered with any club affiliated to The Football Association or the Football Association of Wales for a period, continuous or not, of three entire seasons, or 36 months, before his 21st birthday (or the end of the season during which he turns 21).
What is a Non-Home Grown (NHG) Player?
Any player that does not fit either the HG criteria or U21 criteria is considered NHG.
What is the Home Grown quota?
The home grown quota does not actually exist.
Some wrongly believe that clubs "must register 8 players who are home grown", but this is not true. All they must do is register no more than 17 NHG players.
If a club has 17 NHG players and 4 HG, then they will have a A list of just 21 players.
Likewise, a club does not have to register 17 NHG players. This is the maximum they are allowed to register.
They could register 15 NHG and 10 HG to make the squad of 25.
Last season, Manchester City registered 13 NHG players and 7 HG players in their 20 man A list.
And what about U21s?
Any player that fulfills the U21 criteria does not need to be included in the A list.
Last season, Arsenal included Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli on the U21 list. This then free'd up two spaces on their A list (which they do not actually need to use). This year, both Saka and Martinelli will need to be included on the A list.
Normally, a club would register every player aged between 16 and 21 on their B list.
Unlike the A list, the U21 list can also be added to throughout the season.
What is the cut off date to be Under-21?
Under-21 players are eligible over and above the limit of 25 players per squad. For the 2023/24 campaign, Under-21 players will have been born on or after 1 January 2002.
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Joining the club in 1993, Tim Flowers became an integral part of their success during the mid-90s.
Flowers played a vital role in Blackburn's historic Premier League title triumph in the 1994-1995 season, displaying exceptional goalkeeping skills and a commanding presence.
His agility, shot-stopping ability, and leadership qualities earned him numerous plaudits.
Flowers remained a reliable figure between the posts for Blackburn, making crucial saves and contributing to the team's defensive solidity.
His time at Blackburn showcased his unwavering commitment and dedication, cementing his status as one of the club's most celebrated goalkeepers.
Colin Hendry' joined Blackburn Rovers in 1987. He quickly became a mainstay in Blackburn's defence.
Hendry was characterized by his commanding presence and defensive prowess. His physicality, aerial dominance, and tactical intelligence made him a formidable force at the back.
Hendry played a vital role in Blackburn's promotion to the Premier League in the 1991-1992 season and their subsequent title-winning campaign in 1994-1995.
His tenacity and leadership qualities earned him the captain's armband, guiding the team to success.
Hendry's time at Blackburn showcased his unwavering commitment and contributed significantly to the club's achievements during that era.
Alan Shearer's career at Blackburn Rovers was nothing short of legendary.
Joining the club in 1992, Shearer quickly established himself as one of the most prolific strikers in English football. His goal-scoring prowess was unparalleled, as he led Blackburn to the Premier League title in the 1994-1995 season with an incredible 34 goals.
.Shearer's lethal finishing, physicality, and aerial ability made him a nightmare for defenders. His partnership with Chris Sutton became one of the deadliest in the league, propelling Blackburn to unprecedented success.
Shearer's time at Blackburn showcased his exceptional talent and solidified his status as one of England's greatest ever strikers.
Joining the club in 1993, Henning Berg's career at Blackburn Rovers was marked by his defensive prowess and contribution to the team's success.
Berg quickly established himself as a reliable and tenacious center-back. His commanding presence, strong tackling, and aerial ability made him a formidable force in defence.
Berg played a crucial role in Blackburn's Premier League title triumph in the 1994-1995 season, forming a formidable partnership with Colin Hendry.
His consistency and leadership qualities earned him the respect of teammates and fans alike. Berg's time at Blackburn showcased his defensive excellence and solidified his place in the club's history.
Before I start, I must say I am not a fan. It feels very American and is another attempt to ignore the century of football that went before the Premier League. That National Football Museum have their own list which delves properly into our great games history.
The nominations for the 2023 inductees are:
One thing every player on this list has in common is they all played for the "Big 6". And this has led some to say "Big 6 bias again".
So why is there a Big 6 bias?
The simple answer is if you are a top Premier League player, you have probably played for at least one of the Big 6 at some point in your career.
Whilst winning the Premier League does not define a players induction, it does play a huge part. And as the Big 6 have won all bar 2 of the 30 Premier League titles, it makes sense that their former players are over-represented.
Of the 16 inductees thus far, 15 played for a Big 6 side. The only man that did not was Alan Shearer.
But Shearer played for Newcastle United and Blackburn Rovers (as well as Southampton).
With Blackburn, he won the Premier League, and also finished 2nd, 4th and 7th before joining Newcastle for a world record fee. Newcastle, meanwhile, finished 2nd in his first season. You could argue that during this period, Manchester United, Blackburn and Newcastle were a Big 3. Time moves on.
And Les Ferdinand is another great example.
Ferdinand is one of this years nominees. He is in there for his exploits Newcastle and QPR. Yes, he played for Spurs, but they were certainly not a "Big 6" side during that period.
Ferdinand played for Spurs from 1997-2003. They finished higher than 10th just once in the 7 seasons.
If I was to ask you "name a player who did not play for a Big 6 side who should be nominated?" it would probably get your head scratching.
My mind went to Gareth Barry; the Premier League record appearance holder. then I remembered he spent 5 years at Manchester City.
Just one player in the top 20 Premier League appearances did not play for a Big 6 side - Gary Speed. And he is worthy inclusion. But also never won the Premier League title.
Aaron Hughes, Kevin Davies, Shearer, Jussi Jaaskelinen, Gareth Southgate, Leighton Baines and Mark Noble are the only other non-Big 6 players in the top 40
Can anyone say Hughes or Southgate deserve to be in there ahead of Tony Adams, Sol Campbell, Rio Ferdinand, John Terry or Nemanja Vidic? Or Kevin Davies ahead of Andy Cole, Jermain Defoe, Les Ferdinand, Robbie Fowler or Michael Owen.
Baines ahead of Ashley Cole? Noble ahead of Michael Carrick or Yaya Toure? I think not.
Petr Cech (most clean sheets in Premier League history) surely deserves to be inducted before Jaaskelinen?
Whilst we are talking about clean sheets, Nigel Martyn is the keeper with the most clean sheets who did not play for a Big 6 side. He has the 6th most clean sheets in the league. Top 5 are Cech, David James, Mark Schwarzer, David de Gea and David Seaman.
The only other two goal keepers in the top 20 who did not play for a Big 6 side were Jaaskelinen and Thomas Sorenson. Lukas Fabianski is 20th. He played for Arsenal.
Shearer is the all time top scorer. Already inducted.
Behind him is Wayne Rooney (Manchester United), Harry Kane (Tottenham), Andy Cole (Manchester United) and Sergio Aguero (Manchester City).
Jamie Vardy is the only man in the top 20 who did not play for a Big 6 side. And he won the Premier League. but he is also still playing and one of the requirements is you must be retired.
Dion Dublin is 24th, but he played for Manchester United. Darren Bent 30th. Played for Spurs.
The first non-Big 6 eligable player you get to in the top scorers chart is Matthew Le Tissier. He is 33rd.
Le Tissier certainly has the credentials to be a Hall of Famer, but he is a very controversial individual right now. Can understand why he has been excluded. He is also the first "Assist King" to not play for a Big 6 club - Le Tissier has the 19th most assists in the Premier League. Nobby Solano is the only other man in the top 20 who did not play for a Big 6 side.
So is there a Big 6 bias? Well yes, but it is very hard to make a case for someone else to be ahead of any of those mentioned, bar Gary Speed.
And lets role forward 5 years. Newcastle have won 2 league titles and it is now a Big 7. The induction list contains Gary Speed, who played for Newcastle. I imagine fans will be saying "Big 7 bias".
The likes of Speed, Baines, Coleman, Vardy, Le Tissier, Martyn and more were (and in Coleman and Vardy's case still are) fantastic players. But Speed aside you would struggle to make a case for any of them to be nominated above those names today.
Enjoy your Friday.
KOM
]]>Every League Cup final it is the same argument - Is the League Cup a big trophy?
Any fan that does their time going to games will love any Wembley moment, whether it is the FA Cup, League Cup, the EFL Trophy and beyond.
Every final is a big event for those fans and players involved. A Sunday League cup final is huge for amateur. Even if it is the Division 4 Cup in the Essex Corinthians league!
Fans who always say "the League Cup is not a big trophy, I do not care" tend to be those that have never stepped foot in a football stadium. And they are usually only saying it because one of their rivals is in the final whilst they sit at home watching on the TV.
Manchester United had not won a trophy in 6 years. Newcastle United had not won a domestic trophy in 68 years. Not been in a final in 24.
Both ends of the stadium were rocking yesterday. Wembley was at full capcity and remaining that way even after the final whistle.
For Newcastle and Manchester United, yesterday was a huge game. For next years finalists, the game will be huge. The only people who do not think it was huge were sitting at home.
Football is not a TV show. Stand outside Wembley before any final and ask the fans going in if it is a big game. Every fan will say yes!
KOM
]]>Every year it seems to drag on longer as Sky Sports (and other media news outlets) start their coverage earlier. I think this year they started their countdown in November. Up there with your local supermarket selling Easter Eggs in January.
In 2013, Arsene Wenger floated the idea of scrapping the January transfer window.
His theory also included closing the summer window before a ball was kicked in the Premier League.
The idea was that you get your first team squad before the season starts, and that is what you have to work with for the season.
Wenger labelled the January transfer window as "unfair", with mutiple different points coming from this.
The first was the integrity of the league - you play the same teams home and away. But does that integrity eb away slightly when you can play a team who might have gained a couple of players - or lost a couple of players.
You could have teams A and B in a title race (or relegation battle). Team A could have already faced Team C twice before the January transfer window shuts. Whilst Team B have not yet faced Team C.
If Team C dramatically improves their squad in January, Team A have an advantage. Likewise if they dramatically weaken their squad, then Team B have the advantage.
Last year Newcastle United were a good example of this.
The Newcastle game pre-January was a very different team to post-January as they recruited Kieran Trippier, Chris Wood, Bruno Guimarães, Dan Burn and Matt Targett.
Manchester United played them twice before the January transfer window opened, winning one and drawing the other. They clearly gained an advantage playing both games again Newcastle before they strengthened.
And it can work the other way.
Everton have just sold one of their best players in Anthony Gordon. Arsenal are due to face them for the first time this weekend. The two sides are yet to play each other this season.
An Everton side without Gordon is weaker, so it is advantage Arsenal as they still need to play them twice?
And January can derail a team.
Brighton are 6th in the league and chasing a European spot. They have been brilliant.
They have already lost key forward Leandro Trossard to Arsenal this window, and could also lose Moises Caicedo today.
Even if they keep Caicedo, he will clearly not be 100% mentally with it having been mtold to stay away from the training ground this last couple of games.
The January transfer window has clearly been unfair on Brighton. There brilliant recruitment and team building could be undone in the middle of the season.
January benefits the bigger teams who can add to their squad, poaching players from those chasers who are overperforming.
Say Chelsea signed Caicedo (now looking unlikely) and ended up finishing above Brighton in 6th. You could argue that that was purely because Chelsea were able to sign one of Brighton's best players in January. Where is the fairness in that?
These days it feels like the transfer window exists solely to geenrate revenue for media outlets.
They rely heavily on the ad revenue generated by clickbait articles. And it gives the likes of Sky a months worth of "cheap content". Allowing them to create stories and fill airtime. In turn that increases viewers which increases ad revenue.
The January transfer window has become a bit like when the car industry introduced their second number platers to give a "half year boost" to sales. The media rely on the half year increase in advertising revenue.
One year we should just try Wenger's proposal.
Shut the summer window the day before the first game of the season and scrap January. Then teams will have to recruit better, coach better, and use what they have for the season.
Thoughts?
Kom]]>January transfer window
— Kick Off Merchants (@KOMerchants) January 31, 2023
At the beginning of the year, we tracked all our new product launches for the entire 12 months. Fleece blankets were something we had planned, with a launch date of October 2023.
Then this current cold spell came.
Over the last 4 days, our team have worked hard to sort out the designs and get a full range of retro kit fleece blankets up on the store.
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]]>We felt this was a huge step in turning us from a start-up company into a SME business.
The page will be used to share our latest product launches, our successes, and industry news.
There will also be discount codes posted exclusively to the page which will be put up on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
We will also be starting football discussions on the page.
Many of you sit on LinkedIn for many hours a day (especially those in recruitment!) so why not give our page a follow and break up your day with a quick chat about football!
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It might still be a bank holiday, but Kick Off Merchants is a buzz of activity as we begin clearing orders made between Christmas and New Year.
There are no scheduled Royal Mail strikes (yet) so we hope anything that was caught up in the pre-Christmas backlog gets delivered this week. International orders may take a little longer.
We have plenty planned for 2023, and during the Christmas break (nearly called it "the international break") we designed and launched our retro kit phone wallet cases.
We already had a hugely popular collection of retro kit silicone phone cases, so hopefully the wallet cases will be ideal for those who prefer that sort of protection for their phone.
Over the festive period, we also expanded both our Rugby Union and Rugby League collections. We will continue to grow these this year.
Finally, back end of last year we launched our Formula One collection. One of our designers is a massive petrol head and he has been itching to do something F1 related since the day we launched. We hope you like it!
Plenty more to come for 2023. Thank you all for the support in 2022!
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]]>1st class: Friday 16 December (was Monday 19 December)
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As a small business, the majority of our products were made to order. We will do our best to get your items out, but in same cases this will be impossible.
We are very sorry that the move of last post dates might mean you do not receive your Christmas gifts, but hope you understand that this was due to circumstances beyond our control.
We will still be posting coasters on Thursday 15 December and beer mats up until last post on Friday 16 December (5:30pm). Please get your orders in by noon on Thursday and 4pm on Friday to enable us the time to pack and dispatch.
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To ensure you receive your items before Christmas, our UK deadlines are as follows:
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Wales were also relegated from League A to League B, whilst Scotland secured their promotion to League A.
But does it really matter? For me, it is a no.
Even when England made "Finals Week" in 2019 and 2021, I was not overly bothered. For me the Nations League is no more than a friendly tournament, with the aim of trying to get the bigger teams playing each other more regularly in friendlies for increased TV revenue.
I actually think that relegation to League B could also be good for England's future.
Gareth Southgate became a bit obsessed with the Nations League. Unlike me (and I feel most of the country), he saw it as a legitimate tournament. He viewed winning it as re-inforcing his "legacy" as an England manager.
This led him to play his strongest team in almost every game - at the detriment to england fringe and younger players who owuld normally have got run-outs in friendlies.
If you look at the most recent set of games, Southgate selected the likes of Fikayo Tomori, Ivan Toney, Marc Guéhi, Tammy Abraham, James Ward-Prowse & Jarrod Bowen. None saw any game time.
Aaron Ramsdale, Dean Henderson, Trent Alexander Arnold, Kieran Trippier, Conor Coady & Ben Chilwell were also selected but did not get on the pitch.
Of the 28 players that Southgate selected, just 16 were used.
Does Southgate really need to know anymore about Harry Kane, Harry Maguire or Kyle Walker.
What did he learn from bringing Jordan Henderson on with a handful of injury time minutes left on the clock against Germany?
Take Harry Kane.
England's captain has started 11 of the 15 England games since the Euro Champs final, and 6 of the last 8 games since qualyfing for the World Cup ended.
Is part of Southgate's legacy hoping that he becomes known as the manager that was in charge when Kane becomes England's top scorer? (Tip: No one remembers the manager who was in the dugout when Wayne Rooney broke Bobby Charlton's record).
This can be the only reason Southgate decides to start Kane against someone like San Marino.
In the 4 games Kane did not play, Tammy Abraham started twice, Patrick Bamford and Ollie Watkins once each.
Throw in Dominc Calvert Lewin and Ivan Toney, the 5 contenders to be back up for Kane at the World cup have 30 caps between them. Kane has 75.
You know Kane is going to be first choice, so why not give his back-up more game time.
We lost the Euro 2021 final because Southgate did not take Kane off (this is not Kanes fault).
In extre-time, Kane was running on fumes.
Had Southgate bought on fresh legs running at the tired, ageing Italian defence, we would have won - imagine having the option of Michail Antonio on the bench for those last 30 minutes with his power and pace. Or Dominic Calvert Lewin or even Marcus Rashford down the middle.
But Southgate is reluctant to select these in friendlies, Nations League and less qualifiers. So he will be even less likely to give them a chance in games that matter.
And it is not just Kane.
The likes of Henderson, Maguire, Walker and others continually get picked, which means those on the fringes never get a chance to show what they can do - and the result is we are seeing a lot of England's younger players now picking to play for their parents countries.
My hope is that England's relegation could be a good thing.
It will result in "easier" fixtures and might lead to us taking the competition less seriously. And then a bit like teams in the Europa League, England might use the Nations League to give some competitive international time to fringe players and the host of exciting young players we have.
Playing some the U21s in Nations League games will also free up some of the blockage in England youth systems.
9 of the 25 players in the most recent U21 squar were 22. These guys should really now be on the fringes of the senior squad.
And in turn, those better U19 players will be promoted to the U21s. Playing at a higher level pushes them to be better players.
It is time Southgate used the Nations League as an entry point to more competitive games for fringe and young players. And that will benefit England come the next Euros.
Join the conversation...
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— Kick Off Merchants (@KOMerchants) September 28, 2022
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Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Chelsea collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of Oakwell, the home of Barnsley Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Barnsley collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of Kenilworth Road, the home of Luton Town Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Luton Town collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Flip Flops
Our customisable flip flops come in 7 different sizes (Kids S to Adult XL).
Add the name and number of your favourite player, or alternatively add your own name and number.
We use a comfortable rubber and EVA soles. Our straps are made from a soft flexible PVC rubber.
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Artwork
Poster of the AFC Bournemouth team that won the Championship title in 2014/15
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full AFC Bournemouth collection
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Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of Highfield Road, the former home of Coventry City Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Coventry City collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of the 1993 Sheffield Wednesday team that beat Sheffield United 2-1 in the FA Cup Semi Final at Wembley
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Sheffield Wednesday collection
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Artwork
Poster of The City Ground, the home of Nottingham Forest Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Nottingham Forest collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of the Victoria Ground, the former home of Stoke City Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Stoke City collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of Priestfield, the home of Gillingham Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Gillingham collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Artwork
Poster of the Memorial Ground, the home of Bristol Rovers Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Bristol Rovers collection
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Artwork
Poster of Burnden Park, the former home of Bolton Wanderers Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Bolton Wanderers collection
]]>Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Back is black non-slip rubber mat
415 x 210 x 2 mm
90% NBR 10% polyester
Artwork
Poster of the Aberdeen FC team that won the European Cup Winners Cup in 1983
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Vinyl Record Neoprene Turntable Mat
12 inch diameter
6mm central spindle hole
3mm thick high quality neoprene
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
50% cotton, 50% microfiber polyester
Cotton knit loop
Soft & absorbent
Folded & sewn edges
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Stainless steel
Glossy finish
Heavyweight & hard wearing
Printed on front and back
6.8 x 4.9 cm
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Available in Gloss finish
Scratch resistant
Shock absorbing removable silicone liner
Slim and lightweight
Easy button & port access
Provides superior drop protection
Stunning & permanent HD 3D full wrap print reproduction
Secure phone fit
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Small: Width = 1cm Neck Size = 20-30cm
Medium: Width = 1.5cm = Neck Size 26-44cm
Large: Width = 2cmNeck Size= 32-50cm
Extra Large: Width = 2.5cm Neck Size= 37-60cm
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Aberdeen collection
]]>Bar Runner
Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Back is black non-slip rubber mat
415 x 210 x 2 mm
90% NBR 10% polyester
Artwork
Poster of The Den, the former home of Millwall Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Vinyl Record Neoprene Turntable Mat
12 inch diameter
6mm central spindle hole
3mm thick high quality neoprene
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
50% cotton, 50% microfiber polyester
Cotton knit loop
Soft & absorbent
Folded & sewn edges
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Stainless steel
Glossy finish
Heavyweight & hard wearing
Printed on front and back
6.8 x 4.9 cm
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Available in Gloss finish
Scratch resistant
Shock absorbing removable silicone liner
Slim and lightweight
Easy button & port access
Provides superior drop protection
Stunning & permanent HD 3D full wrap print reproduction
Secure phone fit
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Small: Width = 1cm Neck Size = 20-30cm
Medium: Width = 1.5cm = Neck Size 26-44cm
Large: Width = 2cmNeck Size= 32-50cm
Extra Large: Width = 2.5cm Neck Size= 37-60cm
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Millwall collection
]]>Bar Runner
Spruce up your home bar with our bespoke bar runners
Back is black non-slip rubber mat
415 x 210 x 2 mm
90% NBR 10% polyester
Artwork
Poster of Roots Hall, the home of Southend United Football Club
A3 size measures 29.7cm x 42.0cm
A2 size measures 42.0cm x 59.4cm
Design by Matthew J I Wood Design & Illustration
Turntable Mat
This high quality record mat is designed to enhance your turntable and protect your records from scratching.
Fitting over the spindle, the mat reduces vibration transfer, allowing your records to deliver high-fidelity audio with minimal noise.
Vinyl Record Neoprene Turntable Mat
12 inch diameter
6mm central spindle hole
3mm thick high quality neoprene
Beach Towel
Why not indulge yourself with our stylish beach towel, perfect for a day out at the beach or for a spot of backyard sunbathing.
Our large beach towel measures 140 x 70 cm and is perfect forsunbathing on the beach or a picnic in the park.
Our towels are made with a soft looped cotton face on one side and a 100% microfiber fast drying polyester on the printed side providing a stunning and durable image that will not fade even in a hot wash.
50% cotton, 50% microfiber polyester
Cotton knit loop
Soft & absorbent
Folded & sewn edges
Bottle Openers
Our stainless steel bottle opener are perfect for away days - add to your keyring, keep in wallet or phone case.
Stainless steel
Glossy finish
Heavyweight & hard wearing
Printed on front and back
6.8 x 4.9 cm
Phone Case
Our highly desirable tough HD phone cases are made from high quality polycarbonate, with a removable shock absorbing silicone liner, and printed using state-of-the-art 3D full wrap image technology. This means not only the back, but the edges also will be printed with your design giving you a great looking case thats easy to fit and provides added shock absorbing protection for your phone.
Available in Gloss finish
Scratch resistant
Shock absorbing removable silicone liner
Slim and lightweight
Easy button & port access
Provides superior drop protection
Stunning & permanent HD 3D full wrap print reproduction
Secure phone fit
Mugs
Our 11oz triple AAA grade ceramic Durham mugs have a bright white, super gloss photo quality coating that produces stunning image reproduction.
Being 11oz in volume, our photo mugs have a super strong sturdy feel and a handle that feels great to pick up.
Our Mugs are fully tested to meet all standards which means they will withstand over 2000 household dishwasher cycles without fading or loss of colour
Dog Scarf
If you want your dog to be the coolest canine around then our personalised dog scarfs / bandanas are the perfect solution. They come with an adjustable easy clip collar and are both comfy and great fashion pieces for your furry friend
Available in the following sizes:
Small: Width = 1cm Neck Size = 20-30cm
Medium: Width = 1.5cm = Neck Size 26-44cm
Large: Width = 2cmNeck Size= 32-50cm
Extra Large: Width = 2.5cm Neck Size= 37-60cm
Cushions
All our cushions are 100% handmade in the UK using 100% spun poly linen. Our gorgeous cushions are permanently imaged using state of the art dye infusion technology giving you permanent & wonderfully vibrant design.
We image both sides of your cushions for the price of one sided printing. Our cushions come with or without the plump inner's for international shipping. If you choose to have your cushions with an inner you will be pleased to know they are made from 100% hygienic faux fiber filling to give a plump yet luxurious feel, they conform to BS 5852 UK fire safety regulations.
All our zips are sewn using an invisible style to provide a clean look and easy care provision. Our cushion covers can be fully machined washed without fear of the gorgeous image fading.
Coasters
If you're looking to impress your guests at dinner do so by serving it on our gorgeous place mats & coasters. Made from heat resistant wood with a high gloss finish they are the perfect way to decorate your table.
Size 101 x 101 mm
CLICK HERE to view our full Southend United collection
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