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It's a brilliant barnet bonanza on today's GOAT Farm! Here is a wee teaser of Andy trying to determine his best-ever long-hair eleven.
From Roberto Baggio's seemingly clip-on rat tail to Pete choosing Mile Jedinak for his majestic beard, there are plenty of luscious locks - and a sprinkling of footballing talent - on today's show.
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