England FC car shock
ENGLAND have rounded out their World Cup qualification matches. Now, the players may be turning to cars.
Enter autoquake.com, which has put together an ‘alternative’ list of England player motors.
‘Unlike most footballer’s wheels, our starting 11 is great value for money,’ said CEO Garry Hobson.
So, as you read news of last night’s player reports, here’s the motors Autoquake.com has matched the ‘credit-crunched’ players with…
GOALKEEPER
David James – Mazda MX-5
He might be in his fortieth year, but the on-off England keeper seems to be getting better with age, rather like the Mazda MX-5. This classic sports car has been around since 1989 and improves with each new generation. Just like David James, only a lot more reliable.
DEFENDERS
Ashley Cole – BMW 3 Series
One of the world’s best left backs, but hard to like. How about a BMW 3 Series, Ashley? A great car, but nobody will let you out into traffic.
Rio Ferdinand – Honda Jazz
No more expensive mistakes, Rio. Try something cheap that won’t let you down, like a Honda Jazz, and remember to look over your shoulder – on the road and on the pitch.
Glen Johnson – MINI Cooper
Glen Johnson’s always speeding forwards when he needs to hold back. Try a hot hatch like the MINI Cooper, Glen.
John Terry – Volvo XC90
Hard. That’s the word which comes to mind when describing John Terry, but remember those tears after the missed penalty in the Champions League final? A Volvo XC90 is as tough as they come but not afraid to show its feelings.
MIDFIELDERS
David Beckham – Alfa Romeo 159
Officially he may be an LA Galaxy player, but it’s no secret Beckham wants to play in Italy. How about an Alfa Romeo 159 for the long drive, David?
Steven Gerrard – Land Rover Freelander
Gerrard’s a classy player with a surefooted touch in all conditions. We’d recommend a Land Rover Freelander.
Frank Lampard – Land Rover Freelander
Until Capello came along, no coach could mesh the similar playing styles of Gerrard and Frank Lampard. Is it a cop out to suggest another Land Rover Freelander?
Aaron Lennon – Citroen C2 VTS
Aaron Lennon may be small, but what he lacks in size he makes up in speed. Just like Citroen’s half-pint hot-hatch, the C2 VTS.
FORWARDS
Peter Crouch – BMW 7 Series
He moves with the grace of a new-born giraffe, but Peter Crouch can score goals. He needs a limo with plenty of legroom, like the BMW 7 Series.
Wayne Rooney – Mazda RX-8
Few forwards are as quick and committed as Rooney, but he’s no male model. Drive a Mazda RX-8 and all eyes will be on the car, not the man behind the wheel.
What do YOU make of the England 11 – and which cars would you match to which players? Please share your thoughts below!
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