Tears in Bernard's Eyes During Leeds Game

By Matthew Jones
August 22 2003

Olivier Bernard was apparantly close to tears after his mistake led to Alan Smith bagging a goal for Leeds United duruing the 2-2 draw at Elland Road, and has admitted that he faces out of the squad for the game against Man Utd

Olivier Bernard was apparantly close to tears after his mistake led to Alan Smith bagging a goal for Leeds United duruing the 2-2 draw at Elland Road, and has admitted that he faces out of the squad for the game against Man Utd.

Sir Bobby Robson spoke about this, and said: "Bernard's place is up for selection against Manchester United. His mistake cost us dearly on Sunday, and you know if you do make mistakes at this level you will get punished.

"Gary Speed also made a bad mistake but this does not make him or Olivier Bernard bad players.

"And we consider Bernard a fine prospect with great potential. We want him to ride out this situation and we are going to stay with him."

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