Season 4 Episode 19

Sol Campbell

Just over 20 years ago, Sol Campbell made what many argue was the biggest — and most controversial — transfer in modern football.
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Episode Notes

Just over 20 years ago, Sol Campbell made what many argue was the biggest — and most controversial — transfer in modern football.

A product of the Tottenham academy, who graduated to club captain and even lifted a Cup for Spurs, left for their bitter rivals Arsenal. On a free transfer.

  1. Loyal: giving or showing firm and constant support or allegiance to a person or institution
    ”Football fans expect their players to be as loyal as they are.

  2. Traitor: a person who betrays someone or something, such as a friend, cause, or principle
    ”Sol Campbell was accused of being a traitor when he moved from Tottenham to Arsenal.”

  3. Judas: a Biblical character famous for betraying Jesus
    ”Sol Campbell will forever be referred to as ‘Judas’ by Spurs fans.”

Sol Campbell says "I'm staying"

Sol Campbell's return to Tottenham

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