Wenger accuses Shearer

Tuesday 13 December, 2005

Arsene Wenger’s row with Alan Shearer has continued after the Gunners boss accused the Newcastle striker of playing unfairly.

The Magpies won their clash with Wenger’s side 1-0 at the weekend, with Shearer a key figure throughout – but Wenger was unhappy with the role of the former England captain.

“Will I miss him (when he retires)? I don't even know him,” said the former Monaco Coach. “He has never been my player so I have no comment to make on that.

“Shearer is an example of a man who, when the ball is in the air, goes for the man first. We have to decide if we want football or to make it into a judo party.

“I have nothing against physical football but I found Newcastle's approach difficult to accept. I am talking about the intention when they go for the ball.”