International Hold Up

Everton's Lee Carsley has put his International career on hold for now, as he tries to re-establish himself in the Everton first team. Carsley who has seen himself slip down the pecking order at Goodison of late, was quick to dismiss bluekipper.com's claim, that he was considering an offer to appear as Harry Hill's stunt double in the comic's forthcoming new film. Carsley told us to get off his property, or he would call the police.

Carsley says: "For the forseeable future I am not going to make myself available for the Republic of Ireland national team. I want to concentrate on Everton and re-establish myself here and if I am going to Ireland to play in international fixtures then I feel that I can't do it. I came to the decision about four-to-six months ago and it is only my family that have said 'No, keep going' but I can't keep doing it and by not making myself available it will give me more time to spend at home." (07/04/04)

Carsley's Goal

Harry Hill has been credited with Everton's opener in our pre Christmas win over Leicester City at Goodison. The ball looked like it took a deflection of Steve Howey, but Lee claimed it at the time. The aptly named, no I am not kidding ' Dubious Goals Panel', awarded the strike to Carsley, this morning. They also gave goal of the month, to Gary Chuckle's strike for the Blues on Boxing Day against United, complementing him on his total lack of skill, and total ineptness in front of goal. He is due to receive his award off Krusty the Clown at United's next home game. (13/01/04)

Back From Injury

Harry Hill was delighted to get a game under his belt in the rezzy's at Wolves last night. He believes his fitness levels are on the way back, but concedes he has a battle on his hands to fight his way back in the first eleven with The Grav and Toby performing well against Wolves.

Harry Hill says: It’s brilliant to be playing again, as obviously, I missed the first few games of the season, then I was back in the side. Now I’ve missed the last four games, so I’m just looking to get back. Playing in the reserves is all about fitness and I felt good and strong throughout the game, so I’m just looking forward now to trying to get back in the team. I thought the lads did ever so well on Saturday, Tommy and Toby were great, so as long as the team keeps winning, I’m prepared to wait for my chance. The size of the squad that we’ve got, we’re always going to have players who are fresh and players who are able to come into the side trying to impress.That can only be good for the side. (27/11/03)

First Team Return ?

With Steve Watson still out injured, Moyesy will be happy to hear the news that Harry Hill will be back joining the 1st team squad next week, and could be fit for the Wolves game. He has been missed, especially by Tony Hibbert, who needs the presence of an arl arse like Lee.

Lee says: “I’m coming along well. I started running properly on Monday, so I’ve been working a lot with Baz, doing laps of Bellefield. I’m now going to be doing some twisting and turning over the weekend, and then hopefully I’ll be back in full training next week.” (08/11/03)

False Alarm

Some good news today for midfielder Lee Carsley, as tests showed his injury sustained on Sunday is not as bad as first thought. Although the knee problem will still keep him out for a month, the news is a lot better than first anticipated.

Mick 'Basil' Rathbone says: "We never thought it was serious, although we never take any unnecessary chances with the players where injuries are concerned, as we thought last night, he has sprained his medial ligaments, though fortunately it is not the same spot as the injury in pre-season.We have assessed him today and I anticipate he will be back in contention within a month." (21/10/03)

Knee Trouble

Lee Carsley looks set for an extended break on the sidelines, as Everton Boss David Moyes fears the worst about the Irish midfielder's knee injury. Carsley who was substituted in the second half of yesterdays dismal draw with the Saints, is having a scan today to see the extent of the damage.

Moyesy says: "Lee sustained some medial ligament damage in the game against Southampton and it looks like it is a recurrence of the injury he had in pre-season. (20/10/03)

Out Of Euro 04

Lee could do nothing to help his Republic team mates, as he sat on his arse on the bench. (12/10/03)

In Republic Squad

Harry Hill hopes to carry on the good form he brought into the Leeds game with him. He has been named in the Republic of Ireland squad for the clash with Switzerland to be played a week on Saturday. Kevin Kilbane will join him. (02/10/03)

Missed Chances

Lee Carsley came on at half-time at Boro, & had an immediate effect. He replaced the ill Steve Watson on the right, renewing the successful partnership with Tony Hibbert. Between them they stifled Zenden, who was running riot in the first half & Lee got forward missing some gilt edged chances.

Harry says: "If the chances had gone to the right people then perhaps it would have ended differently. I had a couple myself and if it had been Wayne on the end of them instead of me it would have been a different story. I would normally expect to finish chances like that to be honest but the more games I play the sharper my finishing will be. A half-chance as good as that doesn't come along very often in the Premiership. Last season we did well because we outfought people, won the battles and earned the right to play. We didn't do that here until after 60 minutes. We did more than enough to deserve the win but we couldn't do the toughest thing, which is putting the ball in the net. That proved very costly." (22/09/03)

Back @ Bellefield

Harry was back at Bellefield this week, as he was not needed for the friendly against Turkey this week. He will continue his regime to get back to full match fitness with a run out with the reserves.

Moyesy says: "Lee hasn't suffered a recurrence of the knee injury that he picked up in pre-season and will probably play for the reserves tomorrow evening. He is just not 100 per cent match fit and I was a little surprised that he was selected for the Republic of Ireland." (09/09/03)

Half A Game

Harry Hill played the 1st half of the 1-1 draw against Russia. It's another step forward on the road to recovery. (07/09/03)

Back To Dublin

Lee played for 60 minutes in Tuesday's reserve victory against Wolves and then packed his bags for a flight to Dublin to meet up with the Irish squad for their game against Russia on Saturday.

Lee said: It was important that I got some kind of a game under my belt before I join up with the Republic. It's nice to play in games. That's my first one this season, but to set a couple was particularly pleasing. I was never going to make the derby game at the weekend, so everything was geared towards me being fit for the international game.(04/09/03)

Call Up versus The Ruskis

Lee Carsley has bee recalled to the Republic of Ireland squad for the crunch game against Russia at Lansdowne Road on Sept 7th. Harry Hill is having intense treatment on his knee injury and hopes to be fit for the Merseyside derby and also hopes to regain his place for the important Euro Qualifier (28/08/03)

No Irish Game For Lee

Lee Carsley has pulled out of the Republic of Ireland squad for the friendly with Australia. Harry Hill has a knee ligament injury, which kept him out of the Arse squad. (18/08/03)

Harry Stars For The Irish

Lee helped the Irish win 2-0 against Georgia. To top a great performance he got forward, & hooked a ball over his head for Robbie Keane to score. Ireland are now second behind Switzerland in Group 10. (13/06/03)

Lee Carsley Last Season