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Joe Hart's Blood Boiled Over Paraguay's Tactics
5 Jul
Summary
- Former goalkeeper Joe Hart was angered by Paraguay's rough play.
- Paraguayan players allegedly committed fouls without bookings.
- Tactics included scuffing the penalty spot before a key goal.
Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart has voiced his strong disapproval of Paraguay's physical and unsportsmanlike conduct during their World Cup defeat to France. Hart described the team's approach as "dirty tricks" that "got his blood boiling."
He highlighted several instances where Paraguayan players committed aggressive fouls, including a clatter on Adrien Rabiot and a kick at Kylian Mbappé, without receiving any bookings from the referee. Hart also condemned the act of scuffing the penalty spot before Mbappé converted the decisive goal.
Hart emphasized his desire for fair play, stating he wanted to "win fair and square" and would not associate with such tactics. He suggested even the Paraguay coach appeared to endorse the unsportsmanlike behavior, leaving Hart unwilling to shake hands with the opposing players.
