Lionel Messi and This Week's World Football Scandals
Another exciting week in world football loaded with juicy, mouth-watering scandals.
Happy Birthday wishes to your mother cost a bit more these days.
Managers slapping players.
Hamburgers thrown at ex-boyfriends.
Sky Sports pundit terminated for sexist remarks and mocked later on.
Just another week in world football…
10. Scott Laird Attack for Mistreating Ex-Girlfriend
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Scott Laird was recently attacked by Stevenage fan Robert Fitzgerald. After appearing in court, it has been determined that Laird was attacked by Fitzgerald because Laird mistreated his ex-girlfriend and current girlfriend of Fitzgerald, Jade Coles.
Prior to the attack on Laird, Fitzgerald verbally abused and threw water and a hamburger at Laird.
9. Blackpool Captain Requests Transfer
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It is being reported that Blackpool captain Charlie Adam has officially requested a transfer from his current team.
Adam, who would like to transfer to Liverpool, appears to have his request denied by Blackpool.
8. Mohamed Diame Lashes Out
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In a recent interview, Wigan midfielder Mohamed Diame lashed out on his current city.
Maybe he’s right, but he also needs to man up about the weather.
7. Celebration’s Getting Out of Control
4 of 10After scoring on a penalty kick, Bahia’s Rafael decided to turn it up a notch with his celebration. After jumping the barrier heading towards the fans, Rafael almost fell down a flight of steps. He appeared to be okay, continuing his celebration, but was later tended to.
Next time, let’s just stick to running around the field like crazy people.
6. FIFA President Sepp Blatter Accused of Corruption?
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FIFA ExCo member Mohammed Bin Hammam has stated that current FIFA President Sep Blatter should step down because he has been with the organization for so long that he could be susceptible to corruption.
We should keep in mind that Hammam is most likely going to make an attempt to dethrone Blatter from the position at some point in time.
5. Real Madrid Manager Jose Mourinho Silenced
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Copa del Ray fans are trying to get in the heads of Real Madrid players and manager Jose Mourinho by painting their bodies and releasing viral videos.
Mourinho is not trying to get involved, refusing to speak publicly in defense.
4. Benfica Manager Jorge Jesus Slap Happy
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After Benfica won their match, a scuffle broke out on the field.
Like any great leader, Benfica manager Jorge Jesus was right front and center in all of the action.
Even better, Jesus decided to slap Nacional’s Luis Alberto.
Next time, watch your face, Alberto.
3. Andy Gray Sacked From Sky Sports for Sexist Comments
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Sky Sports pundit Andy Gray was canned for making sexist comments about lineswoman Sian Massey and gestures towards colleague Charlotte Jackson.
Sky Sports said he was canned for unacceptable behavior.
I guess they do have limits.
2. Liverpool Manager Kenny Dalglish Takes Shot at Andy Gray
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Sky Sports pundit Andy Gray was recently terminated from his contract with Sky Sports after making sexist comments.
Looks like Gray has another victim to attack shortly.
1. Lionel Messi Fined for Wishing Mami Happy B-Day
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Superstar Lionel Messi was fined after revealing an undershirt that wished his mother a happy birthday after scoring a penalty goal.
Messi is expected to be fined anywhere between two and three thousand Euros.
Messi certainly has the money, but still, let’s show some compassion, please.
