We're all for officials getting more protection from players, but there is little excuse for anyone taking things into their own hands. And this linesman definitely took things into his own hands. The video above shows Russian linesman Musa Kadyrov, who has been banned for life, punching and kicking a player in the head during [.
One of the latest incidents of players blowing up and attacking a referee occurred in a Jorge Newbery v. Huracán de Arribeños match down in Argentina:
No matter whether you agree with a call or not, this type of response is uncalled for and horrific. FIFA clearly needs to do more, have more draconian responses, to these types of incidents, but seeing how it seems incompetent to end racial abuse at the highest levels of the sport, it's unlikely to make much difference in unsportsmanlike conduct in the lower levels of the so-called beautiful game.
The Warsaw police department deployed 6,000 officers, in one of their most intensive security
operations, and it proved crucial in tamping down the violence that ensued before the Russia vs
Poland match. Even so there were 184 arrests as fans from both countries fought pitched battles in
which 10 police officers along with 10 fans were treated for injuries.
Although there were fears of extreme hooliganism before the tournament, the first week thankfully
didn't see much football-related violence. However, Poland vs Russia was always likely to be the
one match of the group stage that would invite some bother, and it seems that is exactly the case.
56 arrests were made and seven people [.
Ah, the delights of the Brazilian lower leagues! Here we see footage from Votuporanguense's
game against Fernandopolis, which erupted into a stupid, high-kicking, slap-swinging melee after
the Fernandopolis 'keeper was sent-off for upending his opposing striker.
Ah, the delights of the Brazilian lower leagues! Here we see footage from Votuporanguense's
game against Fernandopolis, which erupted into a stupid, high-kicking, slap-swinging melee after
the Fernandopolis 'keeper was sent-off for upending his opposing striker.
Bosnian football has a massive problem with violence, and the game between Borac and Zeljeznicar is
one of the most hates derbies. And in a game between the two yesterday there were again problems
that will reverberate around the world of UEFA, meaning both clubs will again surely face
sanctions. The two clubs, drawn together [.
No doubt you've already seen the horrendous footage of Al Masry fans storming the pitch to attack
Al Ahly players and supporters. In case you haven't, it's in the video above. Absolute carnage
broke out when Al Masry secured a 3-1 victory over their fierce rivals. The home fans many of them
armed [.
Newly-relegated 2. Bundesliga side Cologne (or 'FC Köln' if you'd prefer) have been forced into
cancelling the contract of Kevin Pezzoni after a prolonged campaign of hate against the 23-year old
defender culminated in a gang of five thugs waited outside his flat, threatening to "beat him dead"
this coming seven months after Pezzoni had his nose broken in a nightclub by a man believed to be a
Cologne fan.
Though Cologne manager Holger Stanislawski recently pleaded with the club's fans to have sex in
the stands, a group of them has decided they prefer violence instead. Particularly targeted at
23-year-old former Blackburn defender Kevin Pezzoni.
Tired of fans engaging in violence and dangerous amateur pyrotechnics shows at football matches,
Cologne manager Holger Stanislawski has made a plea, urging them to have unprotected sex in the
stadium instead.
Cologne fans engulfed the RheinEnergieStadion in thick black smoke and stormed the pitch after
their side was relegated from the Bundesliga last season.
No. No it isn't. (That banner was seen at yesterday's Poland-Russia match. Turns out a great
many of the fans in attendance struggle with geography.)
Russia's on the UEFA naughty list, incurring a fine of $150,000 and a suspended sentence for
Euro 2016 qualifying after some fans attacked Polish stewards on the weekend.
The two primary fears for Euro 2012 were racism and violence and while a group of Polish fans
initiated the racial abuse the day before the tournament started, some Russian fans kicked off the
violence on Friday.
Following Russia's 4-1 win over the Czech Republic, Russian fans attacked several stewards at
the Wroclaw Municipal Stadium.
Ahead of Euro 2012, the BBC's program Panorama have released an episode called
'Stadiums of Hate' that focuses on the violence and racism exhibited by Ultras surrounding football
in Ukraine and Poland. We cover the documentary and discuss how these issues could potentially
affect the tournament.
Apparently violence was the thing to do this weekend. After the royal rumble that was Milan
Juve, Sergio Ramos joined in the fun against Rayo Vallecano by throwing what looks to be a pretty
intentional elbow clothesline maneuver at Diego Costa.
Given the stature of the players in question, Euro 2012 might just be a brilliant Mortal Kombat
reenactment.
Yesterday I wondered if United going 8 points clear after winning at QPR would increase City's
resolve and fight, or simply add more pressure under which they would buckle. I think it's fair to
say it was the latter but more than anything else it was a fine Arsenal performance from which we
more than merited the three points.
2. Bundesliga club Dynamo Dresden played in front of a sell-out crowd at their 32,066-capacity
Glucksgas Stadion on Saturday despite the ground being completely empty for the entire
duration.
Due to 'fan excesses and abuse of fireworks' during a cup game against Borussia Dortmund,
Dynamo were ordered to play the tie against Ingolstadt 'behind closed doors' by way of punishment,
but the club still put the "ghost tickets" on general sale, selling the last one on the Saturday
evening before the game.
Besides the human loss, it is sad that the attention of the world on African football during a
great tournament as the African Cup of Nations, is drawn away by the game, to the catastrophe that
happened in Egypt.I am certain that this is not what Egypt is about, with its great people and
fans, and it is not what African football is about.
The violence at Port Said last night has generated enormous commentary on twitter, and a
beginning of media coverage of varying quality. One of the best summaries came last night at The
Lede blog of New York Times it's quality largely due to the fact that it is composed of the tweets
and videos generated on the ground in Egypt.
At least 73 people have been killed and over 1,000 injured after violence erupted at the final
whistle of an Egyptian Premier League game between Al-Masry and Al-Ahly.
"This is not football. This is a war and people are dying in front of us. There is no movement
and no security and no ambulances," Ahli player and Egypt star Mohamed Abou Treika told his club's
television channel.
Tragic news is coming out of Egypt following today's match between Al-Masry and Al-Ahly in Port
Said, Egypt. After Al-Masry won the match, 3-1, its fans invaded the pitch, forcing Al-Ahly players
to flee to the locker room, where they became trapped. Apparently, Al-Ahly Ultras took to the pitch
too, and the long, violent history between the two clubs was extended.
The Empty Newspaper that Promoted Peace in Peruvian Futbol
Violence was rampant. The government wanted to have matches played in empty stadiums after a fan
was killed. Instead, the Peruvian Primera Division chose to suspend league fixtures. You know how
it is in a country that loves its sport.
Defend the referee or defend AZ Alkmaar keeper Esteban?
In case you missed it, things got pretty heated at the Amsterdam ArenA last night. In the 37th
minute, when Ajax were up 1-nil in the Dutch Cup, an Ajax fan ran on to the pitch and attacked AZ
Alkmaar goalkeeper Esteban. The Costa Rican keeper, seeing the threat of a 19-year-old hooligan
coming his way, retaliated.
Real Madrid were surprise losers to their neighbours Atletico in the Copa Del Rey final last night, surely meaning that Jose Mourinho will leave the Bernabeu without winning a trophy during his last season. The final was as eventful as you would expect, with Atletico winning the game 2-1 in extra time after a 90 [.
And this is why open training sessions can be a bad idea. After winning the Turkish league, Galatasaray decided to say thank you to fans by inviting supporters to watch the team train, but it led to a rather bizarre incident. After ten minutes of the session, a man ran through the barrier holding back [.
Luis Suarez is surely not the best footballer ever, but the most stupid footballer ever, yes. That said, I would like to give him a helping hand, so I have some suggestions as excuses he can use to defend himself about his latest outrageous behavior: 10. "Ivanovic put his body into my mouth on purpose!
Wigan Athletic midfielder James McCarthy has been threatened with violence by Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni if he cannot shake off his shyness. Trapattoni wants the former Hamilton youngster to come out of his shell and make his presence felt on the international stage. And if he doesn't, his national team manager will punch [.
At first I was so excited about the newly advertised Hope Solo controversy, but then I clicked the Bleacher Report link and it all went to shit. Domestic violence and cops called--all the usual rock star rubbish.
Passion often equates to violence in football. PAOK has some passionate fans, as the YouTubers
tell us. Rapid Vienna traveled there for a Europa League matchup, where they found, according to
the official statement, "unimaginable hatred." Well then. That's something.
The Europa League should be sponsored by the companies which produce flares and balaklavas.
TweetFrom conniving cheats, pitch violence, spurious transfer rumours and ridiculous attempts at
the impossible, the In The Stands team showcases 5 things we hate about ‘the beautiful game'! We
at In The Stands will be amongst the last to besmirch the beautiful game. After all, football runs
deep in our blood.
TweetGalatasary were crowned Turkish league champions after a 0-0 draw away to Fenerbahce as
violence erupting at the end of the match with home fans storming the pitch and attacking police!
Both sides were reduced to ten men in an explosive Istanbul derby, but ultimately it was visitors
Galatasary who, courtesy of the 0-0 draw, [.
"Everybody talks about violence, but violence is another thing," said Fabrizio Fileni, one of the
ultras that brought a halt to Genoa's home match with Siena over the weekend. It is remarkable, not
only does he defend himself, but, that he actually remains convinced that his actions and those of
his fellow Ultras were not violent.
Problems with Violence to Soccer Players in Eastern Europe and Russia
SSFC should make the best out of the bad situation with soccer in Eastern Europe and Russia and
scout more there. The problem appears especially acute in Greece, where 2/3 of the players are not
paid on time and 1/3 are regularly subjected to violent acts.
Anderlecht defender Marcin Wasilewski hit STVV's Peter Delorge while charging towards goal on a
corner during Sunday's 2-2 Belgian Jupiler League draw. The blow left Delorge on the ground with a
concussion and even though it happened right in front of the ref, Wasilewski wasn't booked for
it.
Having mastered the art of kicking teammates, Zlatan Ibrahimovic has now moved on to slapping
opponents. Zlatan was sent off in the 64th minute of Milan's 0-0 draw against Napoli for reaching
around teammate Antonio Nocerino to slap Salvatore Aronica in the face. If the slap is ruled to be
a violent gesture, then Ibra will have to serve a three-match ban.
Two years ago it was Cristiano Ronaldo gazing into a hand mirror, Last year it was Jose Mourinho
kicking Pep Guardiola in the junk, but at midnight this March 19 Valencia's Las Fallas festival
will stay with that Jose-on-Barca violence by burning a giant paper mache version of Mourinho
poking Tito Vilanova in the eyeball.
When pre-match handshakes become the subject of fervent debate and garner more analysis and
predictions than the actual football match that tends to follow them, something has gone wrong. So
in an attempt to help sidestep half the day's racial tensions, the FA decided that QPR and Chelsea
should just avoid hand shaking situations at all costs.
