Have a read of the excellent 'Soccernomics'.... There is a chapter in there called 'gentlemen prefer blondes' which basically says that statistically football scouts, coaches, pundits and fans will pay more attention to players whose physical appearance stands out on the pitch more than those whose skill stands out on the pitch.

It perfectly explains how Robbie Savages entire career is pretty much down to the fact he had a great head of blonde hair.