Tag Archives: red card

Was Brian Mullan’s Punishment Too Harsh?

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Robert Hay

MLS has handed down the punishment for last weekend’s tackle by Brian Mullan that broke Steve Zakuani’s leg, and it’s a doosy.  The league suspended the veteran midfielder for an additional 9 games on top of his one game red … Continue reading →

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Joey Barton’s Latest Red Card

Posted on May 4, 2009 by Ethan Armstrong

When I saw Newcastle United’s lineup today before their 3-0 loss to Liverpool, I said aloud: Joey Barton’s going to get a red card. I only meant it to elicit a laugh from friends, but with Newcastle’s fate in the … Continue reading →

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Matchday 5 Recap: Ronaldo Given A Roughing Up, Barcelona Win A Wild One,

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Lonnie Smetana

This recap comes a little late but there are still a few points I wanted to make. First off, I was glad to see the Zenit – Juventus game proceed without incident. After the horrible incident earlier in the week, … Continue reading →

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Has everyone forgotten how to tackle?

Posted on January 9, 2008 by Lonnie Smetana

In the least shocking news of the week, Chelsea’s John Obi Mikel picked up yet another red card for a shockingly bad tackle. This time it was a sliding tackle and though the challenge was one-footed, Mikel came in with … Continue reading →

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