Of racism and Arsene Wenger

Have you ever noticed how easily swayed by the media the FA is? The tabloids and major newspapers have almost complete control over the oldest and most prestigious football governing body in the world. Once again that fact proved true, as many calls for a heavy penalty for the alleged racist John Terry resulted in a 4 game ban for the Chelsea skipper.

I must admit that I have a biased opinion on this topic, because, after all, I am a Chelsea fan. But after reading and listening to multiple sources, it seems as though I am right to express outrage at this injustice. Though t.v. captured the defender and England man mouthing unrepeatable words, a West London Magistrates court cleared him of charges, because no one could verify that they actually HEARD him say the words. Despite this, the FA has taken the matter into it's own hands, giving the controversial football a 4 match ban and a £220,000 fine. The main part that annoys me is that it took the FA almost a whole year, 11 months, to come to this decision. This can only make things worse for the footballing family, after the healing of the Luis Suarez-Patrice Evra row last year. PFA executive chief Gordon Taylor told ESPN that that FA handled it improperly; he says the body allowed the issue to fester. However, all hope is not lost; John Terry as indicated that he might appeal the decision.

Not to continue a redundant topic, but it's hard to avoid a London darby, especially one between Chelsea and Arsenal. Now, I am a Chelsea fan, and yet I do find Arsene Wenger to be one of my favorite people. He is, in my opinion, one of the best, if not the best, managers in the world. For me, the only people who can rival him are Ferguson, Guardiola, perhaps Manicini and Mourhino on a good day. But in any case, the game at the Emirates will be crucial as the 1st and 5th place teams clash. Although Chelsea are again putting a talented team on the field, they are without Didier Drogba, and the Ivorian is the highest scorer in the history of the darby. The game will certainly an entertaining one, and the first true domestic test for Roberto Di Matteo's new look Chelsea. Expect a fire and brimestone welcome to the rigors of Premier League soccer for the Blues.
Result: Arsenal 2-0