Phil Neal
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Phil Neal is a retired English footballer who is best known for his successful playing career at Liverpool FC, where he won numerous domestic and international titles. He gained notoriety during the 1981 World Cup qualifier match where he was infamously criticized by Norwegian commentator Bjørge Lillelien.
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Phil Neal is noted for his spot-on impersonation of a lyrebird during a match in Oslo.
Norway v England: World Cup 2026 quarter-final – live | World Cup 2026The Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-07-11
United Kingdom· 2026-07-11
Phil Neal was criticized by Lillelien during the commentary for his actions in the match against Norway.
‘Maggie Thatcher, can you hear me?’ The story behind the iconic Norway v England commentary – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·
Ireland· 2026-07-09
Ireland· 2026-07-09
