The ether is abuzz with news that "Pardew attacks Charlton fans." Tom Cary has written a scurrilous piece in the Telegraph today which has set the web alight. However, if you read the actually quotes attributed to Pardew, it looks like a distinct case of 2 + 2 = 7. I expect a correction at any moment.
From what I can see, all Alan Pardew has been doing is bemoaning the lack of atmosphere at the Valley in recent weeks and urging the fans, drum and all, to get behind the side. He acknowledges being a bit "irritated" by the fact that we have been welcoming returning heroes lately and they have responded by putting in good performances which have cost us - Messrs Lisbie and Kiely most recently. Let's face it, it is more than irritating isn't it? Doesn't sound too much of an attack to me. Pardew has then provided Mr Cary with some additional ammunition by saying "nicely, nicely" is typical of Charlton, what with our Red, Red, Robin anthem etc. Hardly a crime and I think your average Charlton fan likes his or her club the way it is thank you very much.
What we would rather have, a manager who joined in the praise for opponents every week and accepted us not getting results easily? No Alan, stand your ground my son, even if you do feel moved to explain yourself!
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