Football Cliches

The Pure EFL XI

Nov 16, 2023

The selection panel choose a lineup of players that embody the Football League. They discuss the evolution of goalkeepers and the importance of the vidi printer. They debate and finalize the midfield lineup. They explore the impact of non-league strikers in the EFL. They discuss the suitability of strikers for different leagues. They discuss naming and renaming stadiums.

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The selection panel creates a lineup of players that represent the Football League's essence.

The panel considers ex-England Under-21 goalkeepers as potential selections for the lineup.

Stalwart players who helped their clubs climb through the divisions are evaluated for the lineup.

The panel discusses playmakers who moved down the leagues but still thrived and relentless goal machines.

Deep dives

Lee Camp, Graham Alexander, Dean Lewington, Richard Kio, FA Sogier form the solid defense.

Introduction

3min

Appreciation for the EFL and Commentary Imitation

6min

Evolving Goalkeepers and the Vidi Printer

27min

Choosing the midfielders for the Pure EFL XI football team

5min

Non-League Strikers and Their Impact in the EFL

3min

Strikers in Different Leagues

11min

Naming and Renaming Stadiums

2min

Adam Hurrey is joined by Charlie Eccleshare, David Walker and Ali Maxwell - co-creator of the Not The Top 20 podcast - to take on the daunting task of selecting a lineup of players that embody the Football League in all its glory.

The selection panel weigh up a long list of ex-England Under-21 goalkeepers, stalwarts who dragged their clubs up through the divisions, players turned pundits, playmakers who dropped down the ladder to shine and cheerfully relentless goal machines.

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Football Cliches

The Pure EFL XI

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Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Lee Camp, Graham Alexander, Dean Lewington, Richard Kio, FA Sogier form the solid defense.

Barry Bannon, Joby Mackinuff, Peter Whittingham, and Captain Ian Ashby are the midfield maestros.

Jamie Curaton, Bayo Akinfender, and Billy Sharp lead the attacking front.

Francesco Becchetti serves as the eccentric owner.

Steve Evans takes charge as the passionate manager.

The Rotary Stadium stands as the traditional and quaint home ground.

Jordan Rhodes and Billy Sharp form a deadly strike partnership.

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