https://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?threadid=47430&perpage=15&pagenumber=1 With some justification, I'd think, but still, it's funny to watch fans scream like wounded banshees, like something similar has never happened in the annals of sport.
O'Brien left Dema in the dirt with his first move. Kovalenko scambles to his feet and lunges in feet first. He was more or less going for the ball. But anyone who saw the replay knows in their heart of hearts it was a payback tackle. Those of us who've played know the frustration and tension levels make this kind of thing understandable. I've uleashed a few that I instantly regretted and was instantly thankful didn't hurt anyone. If you are any kind of rational human being those moments make you think. But it is not excusable. To make matters worse, Dema has a bit of a history of this kind of thing. He should get a hefty fine and suspension. Unless the league has its head up its ass. Any bets on which?
It is somehow madly amusing to see so many people get their undies in a bunch. Get a grip on reality. Even if it was legitimately a terrible tackle.