Norwich boss Chris Hughton and Sunderland counterpart Martin O'Neill try to get their message across in Sunday's eventful 1-1 Premier League draw. Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd
Norwich City boss Chris Hughton rues rough justice in Sunderland draw
Paddy Davitt, EDP Sports Writer
Monday, March 18, 2013
9:19 AM
Chris Hughton insisted his 10 men had suffered rough justice in a stirring Premier League 1-1 draw at Sunderland.
The Norwich boss focused primarily on the handball incident involving Wearsiders’ left-back Danny Rose as his major source of frustration in a contentious Sunday afternoon tussle at the Stadium of Light. Canaries’ keeper Mark Bunn was red-carded 30 minutes into the game after he was adjudged to have handled outside his penalty area. Sebastien Bassong was then found guilty of the same crime inside the visiting box when he conceded a first-half spot- kick despatched by Craig Gardner to cancel out Wes Hoolahan’s opener.
But it was Rose’s illegal intervention in blocking Russell Martin’s driven low cross that irked Hughton entering the final quarter of a gripping contest.
“The frustration for me is one is given and one isn’t. I know the sending-off is the biggest decision because it puts us down to 10 men but the two penalty incidents have frustrated me the most,” he said.
“The Danny Rose incident is clearly inside the box. Even if Seb’s is handball, the (Sunderland) lad is in an offside position and the assistant is looking right along the line. He makes the decision on the handball but not the offside fractions before.
“I haven’t had a chance to speak to the officials and that is normal after the game because the frustrations are high and you really want to be clear about what you are saying.”
Hughton delivered an honest assessment when pressed for his verdict on the two first-half incidents which checked Norwich’s early momentum.
“No doubt the sending-off will be analysed further over the next day or two but I did fear when I saw Mark Bunn come out of his goal because there was always a risk,” he said.
“Whether it was intentional or not you don’t know but speaking to him he is adamant the ball hit him underneath his arm. You just run the risk.
“With the Bassong one if it is deemed as handball, what is certainly also the case is the lad has come from an offside position and that is the same assistant who gives the penalty decision.
“One thing I have been able to see from my position is the Danny Rose one.
“Initially I wasn’t sure if it was handball, but I did know he was in the box. So it hasn’t been a good day for us regarding decisions, but it has been in terms of what resilience my team showed.”
Hughton was proud of the way Norwich responded to sustained adversity in the north-east.
“Most will want to speak about the penalty decisions, but personally, the first thing I want to speak about is what my team gave,” he said.
“To be down to 10 men for as long as we were and to come out of it in normal play with the best chance of the game, when Grant Holt is through and if his first touch is a bit better he is on for a one versus one, says a lot. Sunderland of course had a lot of crosses and shots outside the box but I can’t remember a clear chance.
“You have to give credit to a group of lads who were desperate to get something out of this game.”
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43 comments
Yes, I think Pilks has done a lot more defending this season, Preston. I think he gives Garrido more protection than Cafu gets, `cos Snods seems to have a more attacking brief from Hoots. Still think Pilks has plenty to offer, but maybe a rest will clear up that injury for keeps?
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Mad Brewer
Wednesday, March 20, 2013
If Bennett plays well, then Pilks shouldn't get back in and it forces him to raise his game. I don't think he has had the best season this time around. How much of that is the different emphasis on defense and shape I don't know.
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Preston Canary
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
If Bennett plays well, then Pilks shouldn't get back in and it forces him to raise his game. I don't think he has had the best season this time around. How much of that is the different emphasis on defense and shape I don't know.
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Preston Canary
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
The enforced absence of Pilks may give E.B the chance to stake his claim. I wonder if Hoots will persevere with the bizarre experiment of playing a right-footer on the right `wing` and.......... Elliott needs to grasp the opportunity. When Pilks is fit it may be lost, or maybe it`ll give Hoots a whole kaleidoscope of attacking options?
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Mad Brewer
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Thing is, that is what he is about. He is quick and wants to go on the outside of defenders (hence why he is rubbish on the left) and he can shape a cross into the box. Last season the only player who was a better crosser was Lappin. Pilkington is better at going past players and has two good feet and he has a better shot, but Bennett gets his head up more and is more accurate.
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Preston Canary
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Oh dear PC I,ve been criticised on the same point that he put in more crosses that Snods.
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sharky
Monday, March 18, 2013
I think most on here probably know that I am an Elliot Bennett fan, as I backed him a lot last season. It was really good to see him played in his proper position, because he has one of the best crosses in our club, but not with his left foot or cutting inside. I would be interested to know how many assists he had last year. The other thing that he gives us is genuine pace that can frighten defenders. Hopefully, he might get another go against Wigan.
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Preston Canary
Monday, March 18, 2013
Beautifully obscure stats, canary_canuck! Well mangled out of the wringer!! It`ll soon be time for Maple Dancing. ;-)
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
very good performance from every player.Bennett looked better on the right and howson had a better game.If it wasnt for the poor decisions norwich would have had all 3 points.Did the linesman take a backhander before the game?He should not be allowed another premiership game again!Both sky pundits said the officials got the 3 big decisions wrong where as on motd2 the two clowns sat on the fence a bit.Anyway thought the bbc's coverage was very poor!Another point closer to safety but sunderland are a poor side and wont be surprised if they went down.
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tonyb
Monday, March 18, 2013
Make that " whinger "
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canary_canuck
Monday, March 18, 2013
Being a bit of a wringer I need new cause to feel hard done by after being awarded our first penalty in nearly a year. My current gripe is that I suspect no other EPL team has as high a ratio ( 0.666 ) of goalies sent off ( 2 ) as penalties awarded ( 3 ) in the 68 games of our current top flight status. I get the impression the refs collectively don't like us!
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canary_canuck
Monday, March 18, 2013
Lawrenson is a crass and graceless buffoon. Albeit, well rewarded.
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
You are spot on about MOTD Sharky. Robbie Savage thought Sunderland were poor: The BBC "high" lights did not give that impression.. Lawrenson (predictions) has had City at the bottom most of the season. Lets hope the Canaries stay in the PL until Liverpool win it,
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Capri
Monday, March 18, 2013
Just to add what terrible MOTD last night. It was nothing like the game. Very poor BBC you should be ashamed of yourselves
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sharky
Monday, March 18, 2013
Being surround by neutrals here the consensus of opinion was that we were hard done by, followed by comments of admiration of the performance that all the team put in. I am always proud to be sat here in yellow but last night was one of these evenings when the pride was a little stronger. Onward and upward. OTBC
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Singapore Canary
Monday, March 18, 2013
So many bad decisions this weekend. I still think its time for technology. Nearly every other sport uses it. Why not football. Give the captain a chance to ask for it to be looked at maybe once or twice a half. If he,s wrong he loses a chance. It cuts out throw-ins, corners etc. I,m told most Referees would be glad if it happened in the major proffesional game.
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sharky
Monday, March 18, 2013
Sorry not "lino" - Assistant Referee. Doesn't that imply he should stay awake to "assist"?
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Pondlife
Monday, March 18, 2013
...Lobbo.... Had a change for Dinner last night ...tried a bottle of 'RESERVA Cla'sica GRAN FAMILIA 2007. Producto de Espan'a ' ...Tempranillo fromValdepen'as. ..ripe and fruity..NICE!..
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Stew Pydsodd
Monday, March 18, 2013
The "missed" tackle at Wigan makes our officials look competent! Shades of Muskrat on Bellamy there. If Bunn puts his arms where they can block the balll then its handball. All started with carelessness form Turner. Carelss work bt Bassong cost the penalty, He diid not need to chest it. BUT overall Turner Bunn and Bassong have been immense this year, I am now prepared to forgive Turner for his nightmare performance against Fulham at the start of the season. We are proving hard to beat and the points are slowly clocking up. Shame wigan won from a blatant handball that their lino didn't see - in fact that lino didn't see much all afternoon.
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Pondlife
Monday, March 18, 2013
.... just come in from the garden and the glorious sunshine. Everything is looking better at last......Yes, Pa's 'Chevron' is a sure fire winner if you have 11 men!....Make your day even better, by clicking on to 'Report this comment' under offending posts....
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Stew Pydsodd
Monday, March 18, 2013
That`s so true, goldie. I suppose, in the Everton game we should`ve been dead & buried but they didn`t finish us off, we hung in and nicked it. 3 luvverly, juicy points. Then a jammy penalty vs Soton gifted us more but it was missed. That showing at Sunderland was deserving of a win. An obvious penalty not given would have brought justice - if it were to be converted! All exciting stuff. Be good to get safe, though. 3 points from Wigan should do it!
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
The only thing that has been proved to me is that very small occurrences can greatly affect the amount of points gained from a match. City are doing exceptionally well considering their financial position. Hughton has bought well under his cash restraints. Hope we can hang on, if we do its a job well done. Come on you Yellows.
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goldie
Monday, March 18, 2013
Btw, I saw the Sky broadcast and thought Benno looked more effective on the right. Difficult to judge `cos City`s attacking ambitions were a bit stunted by Bunn`s sending off & the sacrifice of Wessi as a result. Certainly worth trying it again? Pa Snipps` "Chevron"!
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
Mostly agree Preston, as harsh as the Bunn decision seems. But, as well as the penalty that wasn`t there was the offside that wasn`t given and the resulting penalty that shouldn`t have been. Either way, we were denied the chance to retake the lead. I wonder if O`Neill can get Sunderland going before it`s too late for them? I hope not! - I think there will be the inevitable Wigan escape and there are signs that Soton and Villa are capable of getting a few more points. So we need to get a few more, too - not rely on the Mackems or anyone else to self-destruct. On Saturday`s showing, the team can do it! (Refs permitting).
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
I'd be interested to know as well Paulie. onlysaw MOTD highlights and Bennett looked better in his proper position. I think that Bunn is clutching at straws by saying it only it him on the underside of the arm. That is irrelevant and yu hae to say there was movement towards the ball. My only real issue over the decisions was the penalty that wasn't. You only had to look at the relief on Rose's face to see that he knew he had gotten away with one. Anyway lets hope for a result at wigan.
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Preston Canary
Monday, March 18, 2013
I agree with your proposal Lobbo. Trouble is, exclusion is maybe as intolerant as that which we aspire to exclude? I think the solution lies with the aggressor. Don`t hold your breath, but you never know. There must be an underlying reason for the constant rancour.
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
You were doing no more than stating facts with a touch of personal opinion, andys. I don`t see that you have anything to apologise for. The trouble is, a combative agenda has been set (attemptedly) and many of us make the error of being drawn into it on occasion. We must all try to rise above it! Pax Canaria!
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
I didn't see the game. Snodgrass was on the left though...was he able to get past defenders and cross into the box when playing on the side of his foot? I thought for a while it would be worth trying him on the left.
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PaulieP
Monday, March 18, 2013
guys it was a bit of a joke. I think Holty and the boys just need a bit of luck in front of goal. I would never seriously criticise Holty -he's a legend.
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andys
Monday, March 18, 2013
Sorry for doubling up.
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Lobbo
Monday, March 18, 2013
The fact that the atmosphere was so funerial is a big compliment. Sunderland seem to have lost any fight and spirit. Some of the other clubs at the bottom at least look up for the fight, Sunderland look like convicted men. Well done City!
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TiminCarlisle
Monday, March 18, 2013
Needs to be said twice !!!!!!!!!!! Standing Orders comments are so outlandish and designed to wind posters up that it makes me smile. I think a total non responsive approach of all his \ her postings is the order of the day, no week, no month, no year, oh for ever. Stew, DON'T bite, I know it's difficult but don't. Had me brew, thank you brew. & the point is S\O that when you say, " He's gping to prove you wrong again so just sit back and accept", that's exactly what we all want !!!. We are just saying he is not as good as he was or can be and it could cost us points. Simple.
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Lobbo
Monday, March 18, 2013
Needs to be said more than once!! Standing Orders comments are so outlandish and designed to wind posters up that it makes me smile. I think a total non responsive approach of all his \ her postings is the order of the day, no week, no month, no year, oh for ever. Stew, DON'T bite, I know it's difficult but don't. Had me brew, thank you brew. & the point is S\O that when you say, " He's gping to prove you wrong again so just sit back and accept", that's exactly what we all want !!!. We are just saying he is not as good as he was or can be and it could cost us points. Simple.
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Lobbo
Monday, March 18, 2013
Doc, I keep proposing "Pax Canaria" but conflict is still preferred over conversation sometimes. It`s a bit like the "Three Scousers" sketch that Harry Enfield used to do. There never seems to be an outbreak of peace. :-(
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
Very proud of the team, fighting spirit and sense of adventure. Less proud of some of my fellow posters who don't seem to be able to enjoy the moment without some very sad points scoring, quite frankly it's pathetic.
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DocOhNo
Monday, March 18, 2013
great performance but Holt has cost us 4 points on the last two games. Missed penalty and gilt edged chance in the Sunderland game. We would be home and dry if he had converted both.
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andys
Monday, March 18, 2013
The ref`s assistant was even worse, leslie! It was good to see a determined display by all the team. Russell Martin was a shining example and, at last, Jonny H looked like he`s back to a bit of form, on that showing. Wigan have started their Phoenix performance now, so it`s the bottom 2 that seem to be cut adrift. It is getting hard to call; 18th place could go to any team in the 10th-17th spots. I wonder if our "easiest" points might come from the likes of WBA & ManC?? It all depends on the refs, I suppose? :-(
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Mad Brewer
Monday, March 18, 2013
If ever a case was needed for TV replays this match was it if they can do it for cricket they could for football. I read in The EDP that the ref was given a 4 rating I think that was 5 to many.
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leslie cater
Monday, March 18, 2013
It's amazing what a piece of well doctrined editing can do for a match. I was unable to watch the match due to work so watched some highlights online and you would have thought Sunderland were Barcelona the way it was presented!
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wisemanthree
Monday, March 18, 2013
Good time for an international break so CH can get Lee Camp fully up to speed with his defence whilst Bunn is suspended plus it will give Pilks and Tettey extra recovery time. We might need everyone for the final run in. Also a good time for a break on the back of a battling display which should fill the lads with confidence.
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Flying Canary
Monday, March 18, 2013
Howson was good yesterday wasn't he? mjc is absolutely furious that the team performed well, it's hilarious!
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Steady On
Monday, March 18, 2013
Very proud to be a Norwich supporter yesterday.
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paddycanary
Monday, March 18, 2013
A good display from Norwich for what looked like a tough away encounter. Credit where credit is due, Jonny Howson has been poor for the last couple of home games recently but was superb in midfield yesterday with Johnson. We came away with a precious point but should have been all three If we hadn't had to battle against poor decisions from the officials. Sunderland look as though they stand a good chance of being the third team to go!
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ivan sadd
Monday, March 18, 2013