...As the tension mounts before Saturday, perhaps England's players can take
solace in a familiar soothing sound to ease those nerves. Namely the
accordion skills of assistant manager, Tord Grip. Apparently Tord is very
accomplished, his nimble fingers getting many a good tune out of an old
accordion. And a Swedish journalist told me Tord has already got his hands
on one for the tournament. So picture this, Wayne Rooney listening intently
to the strains of "Ack Värmeland du sköna", or maybe the Yuletide melody
"Hej, tomtegubbar". My own personal favourite is "Johan på Snippen" -
although I dread to think what it's about.

reposted from the 'net... Phil McNulty - BBC Sport Online chief football
writer    28 Jun 06, 03:55 PM