by mapperleywhite » 24 Nov 2013, 21:09
I was lucky enough to see Vinnie when I was a season ticket holder. I remember his first game when he came on as sub; his warm-up routine (antics?) on the touchline clearly distracted the Middlesbrough players and when he did come on their keeper made a major rick and we scored the winning goal.
Also remember him doing a slide tackle on a very young mascot pre-match and the kop chanting 'you dirty fouling so-and-so' and him lapping it up.
A fabulous volleyed goal against Hull sticks in the mind.
Remember being at Selhurst Park when Yeboah scored that spectacular goal against Wimbledon. The Leeds fans chanted 'Vinnie Jones is a Leeds fan' and he responded with the arm salute as he came over to take a throw for them.
I was aghast when we took him on board based on his previous reputation. Just shows you how the media can create a false impression.
Thanks for some top football memories and good luck Vinnie in beating your cancer.
Might have to take an interest in the Premier League now....