Nick Voltemade Alleges Blow from Gabriela Magalyaes in PL Match
In the 6th round of the Premier League, Newcastle suffered a 1:2 home defeat at the hands of Arsenal. Forward Nick Voltemade opened the scoring for the hosts in the 34th minute, but the game was marred by an incident involvinghim and Arsenal’s Gabriela Magalyaes.
mestuemin; Voltemade Alleges Unsporting Behavior
After scoring, Voltemade felt a blow from Magalyaes’ elbow to his face. He told the referee about it but didn’t make a big fuss. “I felt a hit with an elbow after I scored,” he said. “I don’t like that kind of thing in football, but I’m not one to make a drama out of it.”
“I think it’s unfair to get hit in the face like that, but I’m not the type of player who falls for these things. I believe in fair play, and that shouldn’t be a part of it.”
Nick Voltemade
Refusal to Shake Hands
Voltemade’s sentiments were echoed when he refused to shake hands with Magalyaes, neither after the incident nor at the end of the match. He explained, “I didn’t shake his hand because I didn’t think it was right. If you do such a thing during a game, you should at least apologize sincerely and not just say ‘sorry’ a few seconds later.”
Debate on Sportsmanship
This incident has sparked a debate on sportsmanship and what constitutes fair play. While some argue that such incidents are part of the game, others believe that striking an opponent in the face, especially after scoring, is a step too far.
Did you know?
Voltemade isn’t the first player to raise concerns about unsporting behavior this season. Similar incidents have been reported in other Premier League games as well.
FAQs
Q: What did Nick Voltemade accuse Gabriela Magalyaes of?
A: Voltemade accused Magalyaes of hitting him with an elbow to the face after he scored against Arsenal.
Q: Did Gabriela Magalyaes apologize to Nick Voltemade?
A: There’s no concrete evidence or statement from Magalyaes indicating an apology.
final Thoughts and Call to Action
Sportsmanship is a cornerstone of football. While debating the severity of this incident, let’s not forget that respect and fair play should always be at the heart of the game. What do you think? Let us know in the comments below, and share your thoughts on social media.
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