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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Lurking Ashley Cole” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21913 of the collection, and the 157th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Lurking Ashley Cole” meme mean?
The meme exploits the player's isolated stance in an official team picture. By placing him into unrelated scenes, it creates a ghostly or awkward presence. The humor lies in the contrast between his fixed gaze and his logical absence. It is a playful way to show someone intruding where they do not belong.
Where does the “Lurking Ashley Cole” meme come from?
The trend began on July 29, 2014, on Twitter. The account Paddy Power posted an official AS Roma team photo. Ashley Cole appeared slightly out of place compared to his teammates. A user then photoshopped him into a famous Tiger Woods picture. This initial edit sparked the trend. Other users quickly adopted the process. They cut out the English footballer and inserted him into various known images. The Independent published an article about the emerging buzz. The rapid spread showed immediate adoption of this simple format. The player joined the fun days later. He retweeted a mockup showing him behind a window. Other celebrities like Francesco Totti also joined the joke.
- 2014On July 29, Paddy Power posts the original photo and the first edit on Twitter.
- 2014On July 30, Ashley Cole retweets a mockup and other celebrities join the movement.
How to use the “Lurking Ashley Cole” meme
- Insert Ashley Cole's silhouette into your friends' vacation photos to ruin the perfect moment.
- Add the Roman defender in the background of a video game screenshot to highlight an absurd situation.
- Use the image in a chat thread to mark your silent but observant presence.
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The “Lurking Ashley Cole” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 61/100 · #157 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Lurking Ashley Cole” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Lurking Ashley Cole comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Lurking Ashley Cole?
It is a meme consisting of inserting footballer Ashley Cole into existing photos.
Where does the Ashley Cole meme come from?
It all starts from an AS Roma team photo published on Twitter in July 2014.
Why is Ashley Cole in all the photos?
His isolated pose on an official photo inspired massive humorous edits.
Who created the first edit?
An anonymous Twitter user made the first edit after Paddy Power's post.
How do I get the Lurking Ashley Cole meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Lurking Ashley Cole” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Lurking Ashley Cole card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Lurking Ashley Cole | Know Your Meme · Lurking Ashley Cole AI Meme Maker - Post2X · Ashley Cole sneaks into Posh photo | ITV News · checked on October 15, 2026.
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