mrmojorisin75 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20130319/newcastle-united-statement_2281670_3115111 There has been significant public reaction from media, industry figures and supporters to the tackle made by Wigan Athletic's Callum McManaman on Massadio Haidara during the first-half of our Premier League fixture on Sunday, 17th March, in particular comments made by Wigan's owner Dave Whelan. I have the greatest respect for Dave, who has been in the game for a long time as a professional footballer and now owner. I am also aware that Dave's career was cut short due to injury. I am therefore disappointed and surprised by the comments he made yesterday, in particular his assertion that the tackle by Callum McManaman "was a fair challenge". It is our strongly held opinion that the tackle on Massadio was extremely dangerous and is the type of challenge that has the potential to cause serious harm and such was the force, and reckless and dangerous nature of the challenge, even end a player's career. It was not a fair challenge. This view is shared by countless former players, referees and well-respected media commentators. Indeed it appears to be only Dave Whelan who takes a contrary view. We are disappointed to learn that the FA is not going to charge the Wigan player. We were first notified of this decision by a national media outlet who received notification from the FA confirming the decision. This was prior to anyone from the FA having the courtesy to contact the Club to let us know. It is clear from this decision that the current disciplinary procedures are not fit for purpose. Newcastle United, along with other clubs, have had players suspended for incidents reviewed after the game. Whilst not trivialising these incidents, they were not, in our opinion, of the seriousness of Callum McManaman's tackle on Haidara. Whilst we understand that the current procedures give the FA limited options, it cannot be correct that the most serious offences - those which have the potential to cause another player serious harm - can go unpunished, even if the original incident was seen by match officials. We will now be making a strong representation to the FA and the Premier League to see how a more appropriate, fair and even-handed disciplinary process can be introduced at the earliest opportunity to prevent incidents of this nature going unpunished in the future. Our attentions at this time are firmly with Massadio. He only joined us in January, but in that short time he has impressed us immensely both on and off the field. Massadio was scanned yesterday and will continue to be assessed for the remainder of the week. He will undergo a further scan next week in order to determine the extent of the damage caused. Contrary to comments in the media, there is currently no timescale for his recovery. We would like to thank our fans for their heart-felt messages of support for Massadio. We are passing these messages on to him and we are sure they will help keep his spirits up. Good statement, that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ObiChrisKenobi Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 n the thug will be playing at Wembley in a FA Cup semi-final..thug.. Half-Time hero for the scum during next season's derby game no doubt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderson Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 http://www.nufc.co.uk/articles/20130319/newcastle-united-statement_2281670_3115111 There has been significant public reaction from media, industry figures and supporters to the tackle made by Wigan Athletic's Callum McManaman on Massadio Haidara during the first-half of our Premier League fixture on Sunday, 17th March, in particular comments made by Wigan's owner Dave Whelan. I have the greatest respect for Dave, who has been in the game for a long time as a professional footballer and now owner. I am also aware that Dave's career was cut short due to injury. I am therefore disappointed and surprised by the comments he made yesterday, in particular his assertion that the tackle by Callum McManaman "was a fair challenge". It is our strongly held opinion that the tackle on Massadio was extremely dangerous and is the type of challenge that has the potential to cause serious harm and such was the force, and reckless and dangerous nature of the challenge, even end a player's career. It was not a fair challenge. This view is shared by countless former players, referees and well-respected media commentators. Indeed it appears to be only Dave Whelan who takes a contrary view. We are disappointed to learn that the FA is not going to charge the Wigan player. We were first notified of this decision by a national media outlet who received notification from the FA confirming the decision. This was prior to anyone from the FA having the courtesy to contact the Club to let us know. It is clear from this decision that the current disciplinary procedures are not fit for purpose. Newcastle United, along with other clubs, have had players suspended for incidents reviewed after the game. Whilst not trivialising these incidents, they were not, in our opinion, of the seriousness of Callum McManaman's tackle on Haidara. Whilst we understand that the current procedures give the FA limited options, it cannot be correct that the most serious offences - those which have the potential to cause another player serious harm - can go unpunished, even if the original incident was seen by match officials. We will now be making a strong representation to the FA and the Premier League to see how a more appropriate, fair and even-handed disciplinary process can be introduced at the earliest opportunity to prevent incidents of this nature going unpunished in the future. Our attentions at this time are firmly with Massadio. He only joined us in January, but in that short time he has impressed us immensely both on and off the field. Massadio was scanned yesterday and will continue to be assessed for the remainder of the week. He will undergo a further scan next week in order to determine the extent of the damage caused. Contrary to comments in the media, there is currently no timescale for his recovery. We would like to thank our fans for their heart-felt messages of support for Massadio. We are passing these messages on to him and we are sure they will help keep his spirits up. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Slippery Sam Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I hope Macmanaman is proud. I hope his parents are especially proud of him. I hope that twat of a linesman is proud too. An obscene situation. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Geordie Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Unbelievable! Then again, this is the FA. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest firetotheworks Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Genuinely revolted, but not suprised. This country is run on self-preservation at the expense of decency. I'm fucking off abroad again soon. If it wasn't for family Id never come back. It's rotten. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 What an absolute joke the FA are. That respect campaign is an utter joke when it has to be a 2 way street as the FA don't respect anything other than keeping their own happy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 What a fucking disgrace. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foluwashola Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Disgusting that like. Talk of legal action is incredibly scouse though. Club's statement is spot-on, need to alter the FA's policies. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest icemanblue Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 In a week or so this will all be forgotten. The national media will have got their moneys worth from the reports, columns and expert opinion. The 'outrage' will fizzle out, and Mcmanaman will be looking forward to his FA Cup semi final. However, by that time, Haidara may not even know the full extent of his injuries, or how long he'll be unable to play football. Aye, that's fair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Genuinely revolted, but not suprised. This country is run on self-preservation at the expense of decency. I'm fucking off abroad again soon. If it wasn't for family Id never come back. It's rotten. not piss on your parade but everywhere else (literally) is the same like Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 In a week or so this will all be forgotten. The national media will have got their moneys worth from the reports, columns and expert opinion. The 'outrage' will fizzle out, and Mcmanaman will be looking forward to his FA Cup semi final. However, by that time, Haidara may not even know the full extent of his injuries, or how long he'll be unable to play football. Aye, that's fair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Litigation is not the answer, in my opinion. Not sure how much of a s*** I give about the moral high ground & that, but surely not many positives can be acheived by persuing a prolonged legal battle. I agree, we should send a letter bomb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pata Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Fucking scandalous. Sue everyone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Fa have dropped a bollock with the 'assistant saw it but not the full extent of the challenge' line. Lawyers will tear that apart in court. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ishmael Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Sue all teh people. http://i2.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/006/199/x-all-the-y.png Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanji Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Disgusting. I'm bitterly angry about this, again - probably even more now. to the Chairman, great response. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cp40 Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 knew this would happen, the process is corrupt and people like Dave Whelan have been using thier contacts to get away with it- The FA are a DISGRACE Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ash Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Fucking useless cunts. This bollocks about not being allowed to take action is plain lies too. Corrupt to the core. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyCisse Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 http://images.wikia.com/victorious/images/b/be/Antoine-Dodson-Dumb.gif Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Bunch of twats. Quality statement from Llambias though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 A sport truly stuck in the dark ages, fuck me Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufcjb Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 just wish this thug will have somehow fuck up his career..then stays on the sidelines for a long time, gets forgotten, drops down the divisions, and disappears into the doldrums..fucking thug.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sima Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 http://cdn1.sbnation.com/imported_assets/1387027/1241699338_drogba-pissed-its-a-disgrace.gif Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 Julien Laurens @LaurensJulien It is a disgrace that the FA is not taking action against McManaman for his aggression on Haidara. Absolute disgrace Saw something from Matt Spiro the other day as well. French media are raging. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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