'Lad of the Week' - Freddy Star!

Lifelong Manchester United fan and Romany traveller Freddy Eastwood (right) poured Carling Cup misery on Alex Ferguson's squad of multi-millionaires at Roots Hall on Tuesday night.
Eastwood, a former second-hand car salesman struck a stunning 30 yard free-kick to help book Southend United a place in the fifth round draw on Saturday, where the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle await.

To be fair to the 'Sweaty Sock' (Ferguson) who was celebrating 20 years in charge of the 'Red Devils' he appeared gracious in defeat, something one or two of his fellow Premiership managers would do well to take on board.

Nevertheless Essex celebrate, the holders are out, the romance of the cup continues to throw up the unexpected, heroes are born and for those who were there to witness the victory, well........ they deservedly have a night to remember forever.
Hats off to Freddy and the Dreamers.