LONDON: Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea have warned their supporters to behave during Tuesday's (Jan 8) League Cup semi-final first leg at Wembley after recent incidents of discriminatory behaviour. Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri (right) goes head-to-head with Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino in the League Cup semi-final. (Photo: AFP/Ian Kington) Blues supporters have been under the spotlight in recent weeks after a number of high-profile incidents, including a derogatory chant about Spurs supporters that featured alleged anti-Semitic language at a Europa League match in Hungary last month. "This fixture is always a passionate encounter both on the pitch and in the stands, but in light of recent events and after consultation between both clubs and the Metropolitan Police, we would like to remind supporters of their responsibilities in keeping support positive," Chelsea said to fans in a statement. "Historically, a small minority has used the Tottenham fixture as licence to … [Read more...] about Spurs, Chelsea issue warning to fans ahead of League Cup clash
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Forward, together: The players stand for the National Anthem. — VNS Photo Paul Kennedy Viet Nam News By Paul Kennedy HÀ NỘI — There are certain words, phrases, gestures and occasions that can be understood the world over—like a universal language that translates in all corners of the globe. If you say to a waiter at a countryside pub in the United Kingdon, ‘tính tiền’, chances are they won’t have a clue what you are talking about. Or try and ask for the bill to be split four ways with half paying by credit card at abia hơi on the road to Sa Pa and you’ll probably be greeted with blank looks. But raise your left hand, and motion a scribbling action with your right and every server from Moscow to Manchester will know exactly what you mean. The word ‘OK’ is the most commonly used on the planet, a thumbs up sign will help you get by in Brazil and you don’t have to be in Paris to understand … [Read more...] about From Hamburg to Hà Nội, everyone speaks football