hands on

As an Oldham supporter first and a Chelsea fan, given my southern origins, I deplore the FA decision to ban Costa. My first impression was that it was unfortunate but Costa was just getting on with it as he didn't look down and his movement was towards the field of play. Most importantly, although he undeniably stood on Can, he did not 'stamp' on him. He did not bring his foot down heavily of forcibly he was just trying to run on. Where this all goes wrong is the media response which to my mind is to sensationalise and then all the tweeters, the wonders of social media, driving the gutless FA to ban him - always the easy way out for them. Is the media picking on Chelsea - undoubtedly they are as it creates a story. It is almost as if the ban is there to prove that they are not part of the 'conspiracy'. This is the same FA that said and did nothing about Oldham's attempt to sign Ched Evans. That subject was far too difficult for them. Once again the media and social media storm and all the threats of violence stopped him pursuing his chosen career. Hattrick for Drogba tomorrow would be nice!