![](https://imi.abcradio.fm/quotes/preview/dTB4cGRsem5DcWlBMGVROWZJVXQrZEZ5d3NNL0Zaa2lweFV0a3pqMWY1R3gzdWxHY2J6ZjdqWlpRNTFRWncySWlWS3pSbVQ0WXcwOFpQQjc2cjFNNE9EZXZpcEowdzRudUMzN2ZpRmltZEpTaUJvb29aZExsWE1GdlUyZTAwQkFrcXN2RWMzVTUxNXRzUzltbVVWZ00vVUNSWG9YT1ByM0lXTmtPbWhFZGRRPQ%3D%3D/JOHN+MOTSON+QUOTES/(40ce2a6a7d53e35def91defdc0992e84).jpg)
“Football is not a matter of life and death, it’s much more important than that.”
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“He dribbles a lot and the opposition don’t like it – you can see it all over their faces.”
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“He made that look like the simplest thing in the world, but believe me, it’s not.”
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“He’s like a bottle of champagne – always ready to pop.”
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“This is not just a game of football, it’s a battle of wills.”
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“It’s a funny old game.”
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“And Smith must score!”
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“They think it’s all over…it is now!”
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“When he pulled that save out of the top drawer, the crowd gasped in disbelief.”
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“In my opinion, he’s one of the best defenders in the world right now.”
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“That was a sublime piece of skill, pure magic.”
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“He’s a player with great flair and ability, always capable of producing something special.”
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“You won’t see many goals like that in a lifetime.”
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“He had the whole defence dancing to his tune!”
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“If you ever need inspiration, just watch that goal again.” QUOTE ABOUT SECRET LOVE
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“What a strike! That’s a goal of the season contender for sure.”
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“He’s a master of timing and anticipation.”
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“That was a goal made in heaven.”
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“He’s got the speed, the skill, and the killer instinct.”
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“It’s a real test of character, this game.”
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“You can feel the tension in the stadium, it’s electric.”
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“These players are giving it everything they’ve got, and the crowd appreciates that.”
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“The atmosphere is absolutely electric, and it’s affecting the players.”
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“It’s a tale of two halves, and anything can happen in the second.”
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“That was a pivotal moment in the game, you could feel the momentum shift.”
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“Sometimes, the simplest passes can be the most effective.”
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“He’s not afraid to take risks, and it often pays off for him.”
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“He’s a player who always leaves everything on the pitch, and the fans love him for it.”