An interesting look into some players associated with the lovely game and just how, and indeed why, they became the figures of such hatred.
6. Sol Campbell
To Tottenham fans, Sol Campbell will never be forgiven for walking out on a free transfer to become a Gooner. Instead of staying at Tottenham, and retiring with an empty trophy cabinet, Campbell joined Arsenal and played in the Champions League final.Now at Portsmouth, Campbell can testify to the fact that Spurs fans never forget. The abuse he received during a match at Fratton Park this season shamed the Premier League and English football. (Telegraph Online)
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So where should the line be drawn with regard to abuse of players, managers or indeed officials? Is a certain amount of animosity expected and just how does the game go about trying to rid the game of genuinely bigoted behaviour?