...That West Ham were formed. They won the World Cup don't you know. Also, it was the day Milan spent silly money on a ponytail, and United spent a different sort of silly money on the superest of subs...
Your one-stop destination for all the summer coming and comings in the Premier League this summer...
...That a nation of previously macho men found it acceptable to cry, as England began their abject history of penalty shoot-outs at Italia '90. Also, a genius is born and a turncoat appointed...
...when Tommy Doc was sacked for falling in love. We look at other notable events from July 3 in footballing history - including the passing of a law that ManYoo fans should be very grateful for...
Liverpool's pursuit of Gareth Barry seems to be nearing a conclusion, but does the chase sum up Rafa Benitez's entire transfer policy? We pose a few questions on behalf of Liverpool fans...
The consensus on Fleet Street is that the best team really did win the tournament in Vienna, and that we have European Champions it is possible to genuinely like, rather than just admire....
We've banged on about it rather, but this really was an exceptionally good tournament, with only a handful of duff games. We pick out the best of a cracking bunch. Disagree? Let us know...
Told your mates/boss/dog you'll be watching every game? Had to pop down to the shops, take the girlfriend to watch SATC or (gasp) fancied a night off the footy? We're here to save your reputation...
While everyone knows about Davids Silva and Villa - both likely to leave Valencia this summer - here are a few lower-profile players who may appear in the Premier League next season...
As Bolton pay £5m for Fabrice Muamba and Liverpool could splurge the majority of £30m on Gareth Barry and James Milner, we look at an XI of English players that cost over £60m...
It took a while but here's a club-by-club guide to the fixrures that matter this season...
Yes, we know that Euro 2008 is not even out of the way yet, but we optimistic types are already turning our eyes towards the World Cup. Ferdinand, Gerrard, Barry And Rooney head the 50...
Ending his focus on Premier League clubs with the champions, Philip Cornwall says although they are not a one-man team, they are a team that could need two men to replace Ronaldo...
Pompey are at a cross-roads, but there's more interest in what will happen at Sunderland and Tottenham. Both clubs could start the new season with half their teams making their debuts....
Fleet Street has mixed reviews on the David Beckham roadshow, but gives surprising praise to Stewart Downing and is unanimous in its condemnation of Dean Ashton. His first appearance for England may be his last...
Who knows what's happening at Manchester City? Pete Gill doesn't even pretend he's in the know, while Middlesbrough will be spending small on midfielders and Keggy will struggle...
While not exactly going overboard about the defeat of the USA, Fleet Street's finest believe that Steven Gerrard has provided Fabio Capello with a valuable lesson and John Terry has proved he should be captain...
Poisoned chalice it may be but it's also a passport to untold riches that would tempt any manager. We take a look at the top five candidates and to be fair, we're struggling to see past Rijkaard...
At one stage things were looking good for Arsenal and Liverpool. However, assorted factors, be they Martin Taylor or the dreaded rotation left both empty handed at the end of a frustrating season...
It will be fascinating to see Roy Hodgson displays his knowledge of European football and how Rafa Benitez gets on as a wheeler-dealer. As for his Sir Alex, his summer focus will be of a familiar type...
Hull are celebrating their playoff win, but how will they do in the Premier League next season? If past winners are anything to go by, the omens aren't great, but they do have some hope to cling to...
Moving up the league, Philip Cornwall comes to Aston Villa and Everton and he suggests that the future is not so bright for either club as the likes of SPurs, Newcastle and Man City prepare to spend...
Fleet Street has the final word on the Champions League epic in Moscow...
In 'honour' of Joseph Barton's conviction for some rough and tumble in Liverpool, here are ten more footballers who have spent time at Her Maj's pleasure. Some grim tales are this way...
Bolton will have relatively little to spend, the Chelsea manager (whoever that will be) may have another blank cheque, while David Moyes is likely to receive just £20m in order to crack the top four...