Media persecution of Raheem Sterling

It's an interesting picture but not one that's representative of the game. Is strange if it was used as the main picture.
 
moomba said:
It's an interesting picture but not one that's representative of the game. Is strange if it was used as the main picture.
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One of the best known sporting pictures of all time, loads of awards was Vinnie Jones grabbing Gazza by the balls. Was that representative of the game? I don't know, I can't remember but I remember that picture.
 
Jordie said:
I don't read scumbag press, which I presume were reporting what you have said, so I will take your word for it. So, genuine question, why Sterling and not other black players?
I got into this discussion with you because I believe a very good picture is just that and was not printed because the editor is racist. I don't know the ed. and I presume you don't either so it is just my opinion.
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I've no idea why, I've seen it suggested that it's because of his cultural background, like I say though, I don't know.

I believe it's a good pic too but it's not representative of the game so shouldn't have been used in the way it was, that's my issue.
 
Jordie said:
One of the best known sporting pictures of all time, loads of awards was Vinnie Jones grabbing Gazza by the balls. Was that representative of the game? I don't know, I can't remember but I remember that picture.
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Was it the main photo used in the match report?
 
Jordie said:
See above.
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I don't think this particular instance is racist - it's just a great pic. But the overall narrative of "young black man, with single mum, from the wrong side of the tracks, a bit flashy, a bit gangsta", is DEFINITELY racist. And I speak as a member of the scumbag press. :-)
 
Jordie said:
Like I have said I don't remember but if it was the best picture of the match then why not use it.
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If it was me I'd use the photo that best sums up the match, and supports the match report.

Like I said it was an interesting photo, but a bit weird that it was the main one used.
 
moomba said:
If it was me I'd use the photo that best sums up the match, and supports the match report.

Like I said it was an interesting photo, but a bit weird that it was the main one used.
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I'm sure you know mate it is all about clickbait and this picture would almost certainly have got the most.

It would be lovely if the press just reported the football but we sold our soul for money years ago.
 
Jordie said:
I don't read scumbag press, which I presume were reporting what you have said, so I will take your word for it. So, genuine question, why Sterling and not other black players?
I got into this discussion with you because I believe a very good picture is just that and was not printed because the editor is racist. I don't know the ed. and I presume you don't either so it is just my opinion.
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Because Sterling represents a successful, strong willed, independant, rich & talented black person, who isn't conforming.

If Rashford had left Utd & come to City, in a big transfer, he would be getting it.

He would also get it if he was white, to some extent, but if a non white person is in that position, it gives the racists a bandwaggon to jump on, where they can do their thing & get away with it.
 
Neville Kneville said:
Because Sterling represents a successful, strong willed, independant, rich & talented black person, who isn't conforming.

If Rashford had left Utd & come to City, in a big transfer, he would be getting it.

He would also get it if he was white, to some extent, but if a non white person is in that position, it gives the racists a bandwaggon to jump on, where they can do their thing & get away with it.
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Yes, I agree with you but what's this got to do with the picture in question?

My take on this is if we start calling every criticism of Raheem racist, then we are just muddying the waters which allows the racists to carry on with their subliminal messages.
 
Nails said:
I don't think this particular instance is racist - it's just a great pic. But the overall narrative of "young black man, with single mum, from the wrong side of the tracks, a bit flashy, a bit gangsta", is DEFINITELY racist. And I speak as a member of the scumbag press. :-)
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I don't think anyone is saying this ONE incident is racist. What I am saying it is the constant drip drip of negative photos and stories. Can anyone name another footballer in the last 5 years that has had so much negative press ? you would really struggle to name a white player that's for sure. To me if it is not racism then it is bullying. A powerful media constantly attacking one person to 'amuse' others ? Further he only gets to reply if the media allow it.
 
I see Deli Alli had a bottle thrown at him didn’t he but then he deserves it, he’s brash, gangsta, broken family........
 
Jordie said:
Yes, I agree with you but what's this got to do with the picture in question?

My take on this is if we start calling every criticism of Raheem racist, then we are just muddying the waters which allows the racists to carry on with their subliminal messages.
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I was just answering your question re why Sterling gets more shit than many other black players.
 
Jordie said:
Yes, I agree with you but what's this got to do with the picture in question?

My take on this is if we start calling every criticism of Raheem racist, then we are just muddying the waters which allows the racists to carry on with their subliminal messages.
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Which of exactky what Darren Lewis said we are in danger of doing last week.
 
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