Fox92 Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 Well obviously this is a match of the day thread thanks for pointing that out Sherlock but I just find it laughable how angry you are getting over nothing. I aint getting angry either I just don't like a 'professional' footballer doing that towards fans and the club that made him. It was bad enough Mark Bunn doing it at Bramall Lane, remember?
Edmund Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 Imagine if Mattock, Wise or someone like that did it in front of you... Im guessing you didn't bother reading my post earlier where I have already answered the same question you asked me earlier. If he did I wouldn't care. Yes it would be a kick in the face but it's just banter. What in my right mind would want me to run down the stand and jump over a barrier to attack a footballer because of a celebration?I mean what were the Arsenal fans planning on doing as they jumped over the barrier, actually fight him. how pathetic. It's only football at the end of the day and fans give out stick so why cannot they take any back. From what I heard they were chanting about Adebayor all game and naturally emotions ran high when he scored against his former club. It's just made me laugh how annoyed the fans were over nothing. It's funny how hard people are when they have a barrier full of stewaqrds in front of them. I bet none of those fans would have even dared layed a finger on him if they actually got onto the pitch. Stamp aside Adebayor has gone into legendary status in my book. Neville did the same against Liverpool, Rooney against Man City and Liverpool. It's just passion. I think players should be able to give a bit of stick out but it's just the idiots in the terraces who are the ones to blame as they feel the need to punch someone over a celebration yet they sing curses for 90 minutes directed at one person and think its okay. Nothing wrong with a bit of banter adds spice to the game and if you feel the need to run on a pitch and be a thug then footballs not for you.
Fox92 Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 Im guessing you didn't bother reading my post earlier where I have already answered the same question you asked me earlier. I can explain...
Jay Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I can explain... I much prefer I can't explain myself
Fox92 Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I much prefer I can't explain myself I don't, unless it's The Who.
Finnegan Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think making Adebayor out to be some sort of hero over this is pretty stupid, even if you're only reacting to the reaction. What an absolute tit. I don't think anyone should be punished for a celebration unless it's overtly offensive (racist, anti-semetic, sectarian, etc) and genuinely so, such as a Nazi salute, not just "un-PC." But at the same time it's pretty retarded and the man's clearly got no interest in anyone but himself. I'd like to see the FA take action over the stamp, however. From one angle - at the very beginning - I almost thought Van Persie was hugely overreacting, but after actually seeing what Adebayor did to his face and the replays that somewhat unmistakably show he changed the course of his foot to strike his ex-team mate in the face? Forget a five match ban - worse than Cantona in my opinion.
Edmund Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think making Adebayor out to be some sort of hero over this is pretty stupid, even if you're only reacting to the reaction. What an absolute tit. I don't think anyone should be punished for a celebration unless it's overtly offensive (racist, anti-semetic, sectarian, etc) and genuinely so, such as a Nazi salute, not just "un-PC." But at the same time it's pretty retarded and the man's clearly got no interest in anyone but himself. It's just a bit of banter and considering the circumstances made a for a very good pantomime. Why should someone be classed as a tit for being emotionally over charged. You say he has no interest in anyone but himself? Im sorry but when you have a full away stand chanting and cursing your name I think it's fair to say he wasn't exactly making it the Adebayor show himself. Maybe it was immature, naive call it what you want but like has been said many times already it's not the first and last time a footballer has done this. So to go on like Adebayor is some sort of un sportsman is plain silly as you might as well add Neville, Rooney, Henry to the list. Why would you want to suck the emotion thats left, out of the game with a slight clap and "cheerio lad" from the stands.
Finnegan Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think the way he handled his last year and exit from Arsenal gave the impression he was fully out for himself, entirely self serving, very much clued in to his own hype and - basically - a money grabbing cont. Not saying the Gooners fans are saints but I think he opened himself up for a fair bit of stick.
Bert Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think the way he handled his last year and exit from Arsenal gave the impression he was fully out for himself, entirely self serving, very much clued in to his own hype and - basically - a money grabbing cont.Not saying the Gooners fans are saints but I think he opened himself up for a fair bit of stick. He openly said last season that if it wasn't for the money he wouldn't be playing for Arsenal. As for the stick, the Arse fans were giving it out all game to him, and if they're going to do so, they need to be prepared to be able to take some stick back. Although I did enjoy what Adebayor did, (Not the stamp, the celebration) it wasn't the best thing to do.
Finnegan Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 Like I said though, I don't think he should be punished for the celebration (I don't even really think it needed yellow carding - I hate this 'over-exhuberant celebration' bollocks) I just think the man's a tit. Will reiterate though, think the stamp was utterly vile and do think he should be called up on it.
potter3 Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think the celebration seems 'worse' than it was because he ran the length of the pitch just to celebrate in front of the Arsenal fans, it's not like they were behind the goal he scored at or in a side stand.
dogadug Posted 14 September 2009 Posted 14 September 2009 I think the celebration seems 'worse' than it was because he ran the length of the pitch just to celebrate in front of the Arsenal fans, it's not like they were behind the goal he scored at or in a side stand. Did you see what they were throwing at him - chairs, lighters, coins etc wouldn't it of been funny if 1 hit him.
Edmund Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 I think the celebration seems 'worse' than it was because he ran the length of the pitch just to celebrate in front of the Arsenal fans, it's not like they were behind the goal he scored at or in a side stand. Good point. I think thats what made it so funny though. Reminds me of Ballacks antics in the semi final against barcelona when he chased the ref.
davieG Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 Did you see what they were throwing at him - chairs, lighters, coins etcwouldn't it of been funny if 1 hit him. I'm sure you're only jesting but what on earth would be funny about it? It's incidents like this over reaction by fans that ensure your average fan is treated like shit and with contempt by the law makers and keepers.
StanSP Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 I'm sure you're only jesting but what on earth would be funny about it? It's incidents like this over reaction by fans that ensure your average fan is treated like shit and with contempt by the law makers and keepers. How was it an over-reaction? They're not just gonna sit there in their seats and let Adebayor do what he did. Arsenal fans have a right to be angry at the way Ade celebrated.
Edmund Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 How was it an over-reaction?They're not just gonna sit there in their seats and let Adebayor do what he did. Arsenal fans have a right to be angry at the way Ade celebrated. So are you saying they had a right to fight him because he slid on his knees in front of them? I still think none of them would have dared layed a finger on him if they actually broke the barrier. They could have run over if they wanted to, there was only a couple of stewards to start with so it just shows how big and hard people are when they are protected by stewards and police.
StanSP Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 So are you saying they had a right to fight him because he slid on his knees in front of them? I still think none of them would have dared layed a finger on him if they actually broke the barrier. They could have run over if they wanted to, there was only a couple of stewards to start with so it just shows how big and hard people are when they are protected by stewards and police. When you put it like that, no. I'd rather not go on technicalities though as there are many ways to interpret these kinds of situations. I do think though that a couple of those fans would have attempted to have their way with Ade.
Wilkesy Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been hit with two charges by the Football Association after the 4-2 win against former club Arsenal. More soon. Thats off the BBC website.
James. Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 Sky Sports. Manchester City striker Emmanuel Adebayor has been hit with a double charge by the Football Association in the wake of last weekend's win over former club Arsenal. Adebayor has been charged with violent conduct for his challenge on Robin van Persie and he has been charged with improper conduct for his goal celebration at Eastlands. The £25m summer signing from Arsenal escaped punishment from referee Mark Clattenburg after appearing to stamp on van Persie after a tackle between the pair. Van Persie accused his former team-mate of deliberately setting out to hurt him when he caught him in the face with his boot. Adebayor then almost sparked a riot in the away fans end after running almost the length of the field to celebrate his goal in the 4-2 victory in front of the Arsenal supporters. The Togo international apologised for his over-zealous celebration, but expressed his innocence over the clash with van Persie. If Adebayor is found guilty of violent conduct he will be handed a three-match ban that would result in him missing Sunday's derby against Manchester United and that suspension could be increased if he is also found guilty of improper conduct. Aebayor has until 6pm on Wednesday to respond to the charge, but it looks almost certain he will be handed a three-match ban with the charge of improper conduct to be heard at a later date.
Samilktray Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 Punishing him for the celebration. This is a sad footballing day for me.
James. Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 If the morons fighting stewards get punished then at least they'll be some balance to the repercussions.
Jay Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 I still don't understand how they can charge him for the celebration when he has already been yellow carded? I thought that if a yellow card had been issued for the offence, and it was then no further action could be taken as in Morgan Vs Hume
CosbehFox Posted 15 September 2009 Posted 15 September 2009 New rule passed this Summer allows retrospective punishment.
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