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Report: Manchester City To Fine Robinho For Christmas Party No-Show
Manchester City striker Robinho will likely be slapped with a hefty fine for not paying attention to the club's off-field activities, according to the News of the World.
Dec 13, 2009 2:10:54 AM
The Brazil international has reportedly fallen into the bad books of manager Mark Hughes after initially failing to attend a Christmas celebration for foster children.
The tabloid claims that the 25-year-old went home after training, instead of setting off with his team-mates to attend the celebration at a bowling alley in Didsbury on Tuesday.
Billed as the party's prime attraction, the former Real Madrid star is said to have shown up two hours late after some reminding from City officials.
An eye-witness allegedly told NOTW: "There was disappointment among parents and children.
"Everyone knew who to blame. They probably wanted to see him more than anyone else.
"All the other players and the manager were fantastic. They were a credit to their club and their profession.
"But the feeling was that Robinho had shown some very unfortunate children a complete lack of respect.
"It just shows how one person can let the whole side down."
The Eastlands club only allowed injured players to stay away and nurse their wounds, while all other members of the squad were expected to make it on time.
This is just the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Robinho. He was docked a part of his wages for failing to observe the dress code when on a UEFA Cup trip to Copenhagen last season, and again for leaving the club's training camp in January without permission.
It is speculated that another punishment is in the offing.
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The tabloid claims that the 25-year-old went home after training, instead of setting off with his team-mates to attend the celebration at a bowling alley in Didsbury on Tuesday.
Billed as the party's prime attraction, the former Real Madrid star is said to have shown up two hours late after some reminding from City officials.
An eye-witness allegedly told NOTW: "There was disappointment among parents and children.
"Everyone knew who to blame. They probably wanted to see him more than anyone else.
"All the other players and the manager were fantastic. They were a credit to their club and their profession.
"But the feeling was that Robinho had shown some very unfortunate children a complete lack of respect.
"It just shows how one person can let the whole side down."
The Eastlands club only allowed injured players to stay away and nurse their wounds, while all other members of the squad were expected to make it on time.
This is just the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Robinho. He was docked a part of his wages for failing to observe the dress code when on a UEFA Cup trip to Copenhagen last season, and again for leaving the club's training camp in January without permission.
It is speculated that another punishment is in the offing.
Goal.com UK
For more news on England, visit Goal.com's England section!
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