So once again the Logica World Cup was surrounded in controversy.

No, not that the Italians screamed, dived and rolled their way to victory. Nor the fact that The Lags, with the Gods on their side, failed once again to claim the trophy.

No. I talk about that TURNCOAT Martin 'Johninho' Johnson.

When I saw The Lag teamsheet, I wondered how they would cope with Johnson kicking and screaming and whining about being forced to be a Lag. But, a Lag mole has informed me that he loved every minute of it. Apparently, he revelled in drinking cocoa with his new team-mates before retiring to bed early. He also stands accused of cleaning Sidaway's boots in an attempt to impress his new Supremo, and (allegedly - Ed) rubbing deepheat onto ageing striker Abbott's thighs.

Oh, how the once King of Pups has FALLEN from grace!

I call on Martin Johnson to explain himself, via the "If Selected..." webzine to his once adoring Pups.

I would also like to nominate him for the 'Mo Johnston / Nick Barmby Trophy' for DUMPING your teamamtes and joining your fiercest rivals.

Yours in disillusionment,
Duff

P.S. Well done to The Pups for their excellent performance, and to The Lags for coming a creditable third.