
Blackburn head coach, Valerien Ismael, has disclosed that he won’t blame Super Eagles striker Emmanuel Dennis for the red card he received against Norwich in Saturday’s Championship game.
Recall that the Nigerian international received his marching orders in the 30th minute of the game after a double foul on Benjamin Chrisene.
Reacting after the game, Ismael told the club’s website that Dennis only competed for the ball.
“In the second half, the red card changed everything. I think we switched, we had momentum, and the red card happened, and we conceded, but with five minutes to go, we were able to come back with something, and it feels like a win.
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“This is the mentality we need. A no-regret attitude,” the former Watford coach said in an interview with the club’s official website.
“We gained more freshness and energy when we made the change, but then we got the red card. From my side, what I saw, he [Dennis], didn’t really touch him [defender].
“He wanted to play the ball, to compete for the ball, but that happened. It is what it is. We are ready to deal with these situations,” the 49-year-old concluded.
Blackburn Coach Tony Mowbray has spoken out in defense of midfielder Lewis Travis after he received a red card in the recent match against Norwich City. Travis was sent off in the 75th minute for a challenge on Norwich’s Todd Cantwell, a decision that Mowbray believes was harsh.
In a post-match interview, Mowbray stated that Travis was simply trying to play the ball and that he did not have any malicious intent in his challenge. The coach went on to say that Travis is not a dirty player and that he is disappointed with the referee’s decision to show him a red card.
Mowbray also highlighted Travis’ importance to the team, praising his work rate and commitment on the pitch. He expressed his belief that Travis will learn from this experience and come back stronger in future matches.
The incident has sparked debate among fans and pundits, with some agreeing with Mowbray’s assessment while others believe that the red card was justified. Regardless of differing opinions, it is clear that Travis’ absence will be felt in Blackburn’s upcoming matches.
As for Travis himself, he has since apologized for his actions and accepted responsibility for the red card. He has vowed to learn from this experience and improve his decision-making on the pitch in the future.
Overall, Mowbray’s comments serve as a reminder that football is a fast-paced and emotional game, where split-second decisions can have significant consequences. It is important for players to stay focused and disciplined, even in high-pressure situations, in order to avoid costly mistakes like red cards.