Limited Edition Mutual Respect Print of iconic Pele and Bobby Moore swapping shirt image

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Limited Edition Mutual Respect Print of iconic Pele and Bobby Moore swapping shirt image One of the most iconic and endearing sporting photographs ever taken – of footballers Pele and Bobby Moore swapping shirts at the 1970 World Cup Finals – is to get an artistic makeover thanks to a renowned artist whose previous work was made into an Oscar and BAFTA-winning film. What’s more you have the opportunity to own a limited-edition print version of the new painting.

British artist and football fan Richard Piers Rayner has turned his talent to one of the most famous sporting pictures ever taken.

Stockton-born, Rayner, famous for his work illustrating Road to Perdition and who has also worked for DC Comics in America on Hellblazer, Batman, Swamp Thing and Legion, and for Marvel illustrating Dr Who, X-Men and Captain America, has now turned to his love of football to give his unique artistry to this memorable image.

Rayner says: “I loved the rare and irresistible opportunity to recreate one of sports defining images. In a brief moment at the end of the game opponents acknowledge the sportsmanship of their contest. There is no better reason to call it the ‘Beautiful Game’, and no better challenge than to bring all that colour and drama back to life.”

The original photograph, taken by John Varley at the Estadio Jalisco Stadium in Guadalajara, Mexico 7 Jun 1970, shows Bobby Moore and Pele swapping shirts following England’s Group C defeat at the hands of Brazil. Quoted as being Bobby Moore’s ‘favourite photo’, the then world champions were effectively handing over the baton of world supremacy to champions-elect and the world’s greatest-ever player.

This limited edition ‘Mutual Respect’ print (33cm x 44cm) of the painting by Richard Piers Rayner is available for £175, and includes courier dispatch and first-class packing. These prints are not framed but come fully mounted and ready for framing on high quality art paper. Each copy is signed by the artist and numbered 1-500. There will be just 500 limited-edition prints available and each comes with a certificate of authentication. A black-wooded framed version is available for £225 (inclusive of delivery).

To own a limited-edition print of the painting by Richard Piers Rayner log on to www.yfppublishing.com

Funny World Cup Videos Part 1 – Zinedine Zidane’s headbutt in the 2006 final

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With the world cup just around the corner, sports social media site Sportpost.com has got into the spirit by releasing a number of funny videos of alternative world cup moments. The series of four videos are aimed at football fans and have been posted on the Sportpost site and its YouTube channel.

The four animated football videos include alternative endings to famous world cup moments including Zinedine Zidane’s head butt in the 2006 final; Gazza crying at Italia ’90; Maradona’s hand of god and Beckham’s red card against Argentina. The videos have been created for anyone who has ever wondered what Materazzi really said to Zidane, or how Gary Lineker tried to cheer up Gazza. As the sports world gets geared up for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, the highly controversial videos are already causing a stir amongst football fans and are proving popular on YouTube as well.  We will post one of these each day for your convenience.

First up is the infamous Zinedine Zidane headbutt in the 2006 final in Berlin.

Are you England’s most loyal football fan? Tic Tac Shake Some Noise competition

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tic tac recruit England Supporters Band to launch search for football’s most loyal fans

This June the world is set to go football crazy and tic tac is challenging the great British public to demonstrate their love for the England team.

tic tac is inviting England supporters to showcase why they deserve the title of ‘England’s most loyal supporter’ and uploading their videos of support to the England team on the interactive website www.shakesomenoise.co.uk which runs throughout the summer’s football campaign.

The more imaginative the entries, the more chances there are to win some great prizes – so fans are being encouraged to give it their best shot and create a unique celebration to the beautiful game. Why not shake a box of tic tac along to a self-composed football anthem, recreate an infamous goal celebration or even recite a personalised poem to a England footballing hero?

The winner, who will be crowned ‘England’s most loyal supporter’, will be chosen at the end of the summer’s footballing celebrations, by the England Supporters Band. They will be judging the films direct from their base in South Africa and the winning supporter will get the chance to record a track with them as well as receive a special platinum disc to commemorate the experience. However it is not just the England Supporters Band doing the judging – visitors to the site can also vote on their favourite video.

Throughout June, prior to each England qualifying game, the three most popular films will be rewarded with great prizes – including a 46” HD ready TV and top-of-the-range reclining chairs ensuring they can watch every forthcoming England match in luxury.

As the Head of the England Supporters Band John Hemmingham comments: “English supporters are some of the most loyal fans on the planet. We are looking for the top fans who can create their own special tribute to the players heading off to South Africa this summer. Just like Capello we will be looking for flair, initiative and above all else passion to ensure we pick a winner who does England proud.”

Ferrero UK Marketing director, Mauro De Felip adds: “This summer the passion of the fans is set to be running at an all-time high. Working with the ultimate supporters, the England Supporters Band, to find England’s most faithful football followers was for tic tac, the perfect way to capture this special moment in time.”

Here are some top tips from tic tac on how to create the perfect supporter’s clip:
• Aim for a video around 90 seconds long – any longer and you may struggle to keep your audience’s attention
• Plan your idea before you start – just like England’s
footballers you will perform best if you have a good strategy
• Be creative – what can you do to make your clip stand out?
• Think about making it humorous – people love to share funny videos with friends and family
• Think about the background to the film – what will viewers be able to see in the background – will it distract them or (ideally) add to their viewing experience
• Make sure any talking or singing is clear – your viewers will get more enjoyment from the film if they can understand you!
• What are you wearing? Make sure you look the part!
• Don’t forget to shake your tic tacs!

tic tac has created a Limited Edition England Supporter tic tac pack, which are in-stores now RRP £1.09.

Star in your own personalised World Cup adventure with Penwizard – 10% Off Voucher Code

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Star in your own personalised World Cup adventure with Penwizard - 10% Off Voucher Code Penwizard have launched a personalised World Cup Book where you can play alongside your favourite England players and even score the winning goal for your country.

Star in your own personalised World Cup adventure by simply adding your name, choosing your country and personalising the illustration so you appear in the words and pictures playing alongside top footballers. In this personalised book you meet Fabio Capello as he prepares for the big match and decides that you’ll play for England alongside team players like Rooney and Lampard. You’ll take a crucial pass and score the winning goal for England in the final of the World Cup!

Create an avatar by personalising the illustrations, including hair style and colour, skin tone with an additional option to include glasses or beard. Choose your country from a list of top football teams including; England,Brazil, Spain, Argentina, Italy, Germany, Holland and France. You can play for any team, as Penwizard allows you to create any Football strip by choosing the shirt style and colour along with sock and shorts colour from the wide range of options available.
Penwizard personalised World Cup book NOW Available at www.penwizard.co.uk.

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The big match in your local

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The big match in your local The local field may not be the best place to watch the big match, after last Saturday when Sky screened the Manchester United and Chelsea Premier League game in 3D to over 1,000 pubs.

Those who now cannot score tickets for Old Trafford can instead head the local pub where they can grab 3D glasses and a pint while they watch Didier Drogba rack up the goals

Although the installation of 3D televisions and equipment has been expensive for pubs, the payoff may be large with some already asking customers to reserve viewing space as they anticipate a large amount of excited fans to show up.

Commercial manager at Walkabout, a popular chain of Australian styled pubs, James Mawer said that 35 of their chain pubs will  be screening the next game which is likely going to lead to ticket selling in the future as an increasing amount of people are booking their viewing spots in advance. 

Mawer said that they will continue to gauge the response of customers but early research suggests some will pay up to six or seven pounds to get inside for a 3D match viewing.

Walkabout has been hit hard with the smoking ban and the recession which in turn has also hit many other pubs forcing the Australian bars to close down about 52 last year.  However, Mawer suggested that the 3D football matches may be the key to getting customers back in their doors as the appeal of watching live sports mixed with drinking has never faded away.