Passion is my only crime - Di Canio (From Swindon Advertiser)
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SWINDON TOWN: Passion is my only crime - Di Canio
6:00am Tuesday 14th February 2012 in STFC News
PAOLO Di Canio feels his reputation could be playing a part in decisions made against him as the Town boss prepares to serve the first of a two-match touchline ban tonight.
The Italian was given the punishment by the FA last Friday after he was sent off for the third time this season in the 1-0 win over Macclesfield last month.
Di Canio’s fiery temperament as a player, coupled with his infamous push on referee Paul Alcock back in 1998, has seen him develop a reputation that he fears could be playing a part in decisions that have gone against him since becoming a manager.
The Town boss said: “It is like if I stole an apple, I would go in the prison for seven days.
“I get out, then go to Tesco’s but someone is there who is against me, calls the police and tells them that they think I wanted to steal an apple.
“They would have to prove this, but there is no evidence that I am guilty, so how would they judge me?
“Guilty just because I stole an apple in the past?
“So it could be my reputation, but what is wrong with Paolo Di Canio’s reputation?
“Is it because I am an excitable person and I have passion?
“I was guilty against Northampton, they charged me and I accepted it. I paid my price.
“It is not fair, but what can I do?
“I cannot appeal, that is not because I give up but I have to sometimes accept an injustice for my club, my fans and my players.
“I am not stupid, I know what will go on if I appeal. I do not give this advantage to anybody.
“I will pay my price, we will win again and we will carry on.”
Meanwhile, Di Canio confirmed that Town are no closer to bringing in a striker on loan after a previously proposed deal failed to come to fruition.
The 43-year-old has been on the hunt for a tall, physical striker to compliment his forward line and had confirmed he had a target in mind on transfer deadline day.
“When I said yes before that we were close, we did not go through,” added Di Canio.
“So I say no now, maybe I have a surprise happen today but I don’t know.
“At the moment I don’t see a chance, but we will see.”
Comments(22)
Dynamic Des
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7:14am Tue 14 Feb 12
Redhouse Red
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8:15am Tue 14 Feb 12
However the fa treat him like he is the opposite ....
Redhouse
SAPFanSTFC
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8:51am Tue 14 Feb 12
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The top 6 are looking like they will pull well away from the pack now let's just hope The Gas do us a favour away to Shrewsbury..given their recent surge in form with the new manager.
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It feels like another Cup Final and really hoping the fans flock to the game to support the Town tonight.
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YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!!
Mr_Spunk
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9:03am Tue 14 Feb 12
grove red
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9:05am Tue 14 Feb 12
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Taken a days holiday today as i was working late shift this is a big game coyr cant wait for ko.
Big night for the top of the table tonight with 2nd v 4th and 5th v 3rd we REALLY need a win to keep the pressure up, especially after Southend continued their away performances last night. -- The top 6 are looking like they will pull well away from the pack now let's just hope The Gas do us a favour away to Shrewsbury..given their recent surge in form with the new manager. == It feels like another Cup Final and really hoping the fans flock to the game to support the Town tonight. .. YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!!
would also like to see a big crowd 9000 plus. will get at ticket for hereford when im there 1st away game this year cant wait. ps message for wife sorry about tonight you im of to see my first love will have a bottle of wine when i come home xxx
SeanG92
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9:05am Tue 14 Feb 12
CBCred
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9:29am Tue 14 Feb 12
swindon4ever
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9:51am Tue 14 Feb 12
NotNowFrank ... Brighton Mike
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10:05am Tue 14 Feb 12
Does anyone know how I can hear the commentary
Thanks
Swindon1984
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10:17am Tue 14 Feb 12
On a totally unrelated note, anyone know when the Aldershot game's going to be rearranged to - bearing in mind it was due to be played the day before the JPT final. May be another one I miss out on due to a short supply of tickets but if not it'll be the second closest away game I think I've ever been to!
SAPFanSTFC
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10:30am Tue 14 Feb 12
grove red wrote:I'm hoping there are either a lot of of understanding wives or brave men like Grove Red out there..
SAPFanSTFC wrote: Big night for the top of the table tonight with 2nd v 4th and 5th v 3rd we REALLY need a win to keep the pressure up, especially after Southend continued their away performances last night. -- The top 6 are looking like they will pull well away from the pack now let's just hope The Gas do us a favour away to Shrewsbury..given their recent surge in form with the new manager. == It feels like another Cup Final and really hoping the fans flock to the game to support the Town tonight. .. YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU!!Taken a days holiday today as i was working late shift this is a big game coyr cant wait for ko. would also like to see a big crowd 9000 plus. will get at ticket for hereford when im there 1st away game this year cant wait. ps message for wife sorry about tonight you im of to see my first love will have a bottle of wine when i come home xxx
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...or bring them with you!?
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We don't celebrate on the day any more as it is all a con - be romantic on another day - it'll mean a whole lot more!
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Translation of Romantic = No love you sit down and rest I'll do the dishes! Then you know what romantic means to me don't you!?
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A win for Town tonight would give me a wonderful warm glow that would beat any cuddle on the sofa.
jillyh
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11:06am Tue 14 Feb 12
SAPFanSTFC
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12:36pm Tue 14 Feb 12
jillyh wrote:I don't speak italian or latin but I think I could probably guess..even if the 4th official doesn't get his drift he'd send him off for speaking to him!..or her!.. them.
Paolo just ignore the fourth official. I believe you have a wonderful saying " ILLEGITIMI NON CARBORUNDUM".
Is that you Lovesey
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1:55pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Best valentines present ever !!!
smirg kcab
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2:55pm Tue 14 Feb 12
onwards and upwards and keep the passion.
steve.
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3:48pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Is that you Lovesey wrote:Lucky Lucky lady you have Steve!!
Valentines is BS.... Saying that I have a date night planned tonight, a couple of pints for the wife in the CG hotel followed by a hot dog, and watching the town tear Crawley a new one !!!!!
Best valentines present ever !!!
Redhouse Red
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4:34pm Tue 14 Feb 12
U reds
35yrRED
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5:16pm Tue 14 Feb 12
COYR's
smirg kcab
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5:25pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Redhouse Red wrote:no flowers for mrs reaper, so she will be waiting up for me wielding a scythe.
Mrs red house is looking forward to watching the town tonight! U reds
onwards and upwards
HardwickeRed
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5:31pm Tue 14 Feb 12
Mondeaux
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10:22pm Tue 14 Feb 12
SAPFanSTFC wrote:Contrast that with last season, when our motto was,
jillyh wrote:I don't speak italian or latin but I think I could probably guess..even if the 4th official doesn't get his drift he'd send him off for speaking to him!..or her!.. them.
Paolo just ignore the fourth official. I believe you have a wonderful saying " ILLEGITIMI NON CARBORUNDUM".
"Summus semper in excretum, sed alta variat."
(We're always in the sh1t, only the depth varies.)
click2find
the wizard says...
7:07am Tue 14 Feb 12
Gary Speed memorial match in Cardiff on the 29th Feb 7:45 kick off. Details at,
http://www.leagueman
agers.com/news/news-
6931.html
Though that some would like to know. Looks like £10 admission charge.