CONGRATULATIONS ENGLAND AND SCOTLAND!

Being English, it’s not surprising that I’m happy at the result of yesterday’s match:

England 3 Scotland 1 - the English goals celebrations were a jolly sight to see, especially Wayne Rooney’s many cartwheels, after scoring the last goal.

Personally, I think the goal of the match was scored by Scotland’s Andy Robertson, whose goal in the 83rd minute was superb.

But I’m glad to say that the real winner of this match held in Scotland’s Glasgow – a place I would love to visit as a tourist – was the non-violence aftermath.

As of November 2014, the teams have played 112 matches; England has won 47, Scotland 41, and there have been 24 draws.

Sadly I also remember the violence that tended to go hand in hand with these matches during the 1970’s, 80’s and 90’s.

I also remember the unacceptable behaviour of some, not all, of the England fans on 15 June 1996 in Wembley Stadium, when the Scottish national anthem was drowned out by the booing of so called England-supporting spectators.

So I’m pleased with the outcome of the recent match, for this was exciting. I hope will remain a shinning example for how matches should be played, regardless of whom the ‘Auld enemy’ is.

Go Great Britain!

Light, Peace and hair-grease (a must for black Afro-Caribbean women)

Andria

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