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Colchester United - Monday 13/04/09

Following Saturday's defeat against Swindon, Brighton really were up against it in the race to avoid the drop into League Two. Defeat in their first visit at the Westons Home Stadium would be a massive blow, especially with former captain Dean Hammond now leading Colchester. Many fans point to the departure of Hammond, who left the club under a cloud last season, as the catalyst for the current predicament, and the old skipper could have a huge say in where his ex-club would be playing next season.

 

Potters attempts to remove his jumper while wearing a seat belt were quite frankly ridiculous
The famous M25 house comes into view
Princess Eugenie looking particularly good in The Sun
The scene that could be Rumble's sofa in 10 years time if McCarthy continues to sleep naked on it

The Dartford Tunnel is entered, along with the traditional "hold your breath" game
McCarthy disappointed all with his decision to enjoy some Bacardi Breezer

Joy really does turn to confussion, as Potter and Jenny inspect the damage after an almighty bang on the motorway
As can be seen, the back suspension where Potter was sitting has given way, no doubt under his weight
McCarthy investigates the underneath, and his expert analysis was "I think it's fucked"
Luckily, we had pulled over in a pub car park in a small village called Hatfield Pereval

Potter can't believe the damage he has caused to the vehicle
In order to drown our sorrows, shots are purchased. At midday
Rumble takes the somewhat strange decision to pour a shot of sambuca into a pint of Strongbow
This is not Russell Slade, but the taxi driver who ferried us the 30 miles or so to the stadium

We are close to the stadium, as these loyal locals show
Rumble and Jenny head towards the away end
The main stand of the Westons Homes Stadium
The stand behind the goal
This stand was where the main hardcore element of Colchester fans appeared to gather
Dean Hammond appears on the big screen

A collection of Slades were stewarding
This man had a simply stunning ponytail
The Colchester mascot takes a seat in the stand for this encounter
Dean Hammond is obviously not happy about something
Potter is soon angered after Rumble's attempts to lob an unfinished bottle of half time beer into the bin result in him getting soaked
Dean White and Mr Potato Head inspiring confidence from the technical area
Dean Gerken has a particularly fine rear
Its a free-kick to the Albion
And the players are soon celebrating after Lloyd Owusu heads it home to make it 1-0
Brighton continue to attack with a corner
Colchester do a pretty poor job of testing the visitors
Dean Cox and Gary Dicker celebrate an important three points
Mr Slade looks delighted with the days work
Rumble is confronted by a steward threatening to get a policeman to fine him after the least subtle piece of street urination ever - right at the front of the bus queue

Him and Potter are at it again as we await our train home
Asda is visited for some food and drink for the journey, and Rumble can't resist getting into a childs ride

A beautiful cheese plate and loaf of granary bread is purchased
McCarthy rounds the day off in fine style with this sophisticated meal on the journey back home

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