|
|
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart: Fan abuse is part of the fun of football
Shot-stopper acknowledges that the Red Devils' supporters are going to 'vent their anger' during the derby, having watched their side lose two consecutive matches
8 Jan 2012 12:11:00
By Adithya Ananth
Getty
Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart believes the abuse that players receive from opposition supporters adds to the flavour of football, and says he gets some stick "everywhere" he goes.
The 24-year-old will soon be playing in another Manchester derby as the city's two big clubs go against one another to decide who goes through to the next round of the FA Cup.
City have already given United a 6-1 hiding at Old Trafford this season, and the Red Devils are coming into the game on the back of two consecutive losses in the Premier League.
"They [the United fans] are going to vent their anger. I happened to be standing near them so I am going to get it. I understand that as a keeper.
"It’s quite interesting to see what people come out with at times. People say crazy things. I’m like 'whatever’. I don’t take that personally.
"I get abuse everywhere I go, in the street or playing football, but it’s part of the fun. I don’t think anyone means it. That’s football and that’s why I love it.
He added: "The Manchester rivalry is great. I love it. It makes the games what they are but I can’t get involved in that side. It’s not my business. I’m not trying to taunt anyone. I’m trying to win games."
|
Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
The 24-year-old will soon be playing in another Manchester derby as the city's two big clubs go against one another to decide who goes through to the next round of the FA Cup.
City have already given United a 6-1 hiding at Old Trafford this season, and the Red Devils are coming into the game on the back of two consecutive losses in the Premier League.
"They [the United fans] are going to vent their anger. I happened to be standing near them so I am going to get it. I understand that as a keeper.
"It’s quite interesting to see what people come out with at times. People say crazy things. I’m like 'whatever’. I don’t take that personally.
"I get abuse everywhere I go, in the street or playing football, but it’s part of the fun. I don’t think anyone means it. That’s football and that’s why I love it.
He added: "The Manchester rivalry is great. I love it. It makes the games what they are but I can’t get involved in that side. It’s not my business. I’m not trying to taunt anyone. I’m trying to win games."
How do you stay up to date with football when on the move? With http://m.goal.com – your best source for mobile coverage of the beautiful game.
| Sign up with 188BET for a FREE bet up to £25 – Great Prices, Every Game |
|
| Open an account with Sportingbet today and get up to £50 in free bets! |
|
| Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 |
|
| Sign up with bet365 for a free bet up to £200 |
|
| Sign up with Paddy Power - Bet £10, Get £20! |
|
Inside Goal.Com
-
Welbeck convinces Hodgson he is the man to lead the line
England beat Norway 1-0 at Wembley, with the Manchester United man hitting an impressive winner to stake his claim for a starting spot at Euro 2012
-
How England player's chances were affected by Belgium victory
Ashley Young all but secured his place in the starting line-up against France while captain Steven Gerrard put a good shift in. Joe Hart, however, needs to remain focused
-
In Pictures: The best and worst kits at Euro 2012
The European Championship is just around the corner and Goal.com distinguishes between the trendy and the passe at the prestigious tournament
-
Managerial merry-go-round keeps spinning as Lambert takes Villa job
The Scot officially left Norwich City on Saturday to become the second new boss in June, following the appointment of Brendan Rodgers at Liverpool on Friday
-
Hungary - Republic of Ireland Preview
Veteran Italian coach takes his Irish side to Újpest in Hungary for their last warm-up match before their highly-anticipated Euro 2012 opener against Group C rivals Croatia
