Robert Landed With £40,000 Fine!

By Matthew Jones
September 16 2003

Laurent Robert faces a maximum fine of two weeks wages, following recent actions. The fine will total fourty thousand pound, and will hopefully sort Robert out. One false move after this and Robert could be history.

Newcastle United's left-sided winger Laurent Robert is facing a £40,000 fine following recent events.

The Frenchman questioned manager Sir Bobby Robson's tactics last week and then got himself sent off needlessly on Saturday as The Magpies' drew 2-2 at Everton.

Robert may not be all to blame mind, as referee Rob Style issued two red cards and 10 yellows at Goodison Park that day. Robert then criticised the Rob Style.

Robert faces a maximum fine of two weeks wages.