Millwall supporters demonstrated their support for goalkeeper Liam Roberts with a minute's applause during a 2-0 defeat by Bristol City, following his suspension for a sending-off against Crystal Palace. The incident, which led to a major injury for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, drew mixed reactions, with the Palace chairman calling it extremely reckless. Millwall responded to criticisms by claiming the media's portrayal of Roberts was damaging while he expressed remorse to Mateta, who accepted the apology. This incident showcases the complexities of football culture surrounding player discipline and fan solidarity.
Millwall fans held a minute's applause in support of goalkeeper Liam Roberts, who was suspended after being sent off for a dangerous challenge against Crystal Palace.
Roberts's sending off sparked mixed reactions, with Palace chairman labeling the challenge the most reckless he had ever seen, highlighting the incident's severity.
Millwall defended Roberts against what they termed an unwarranted character assassination, citing that the reporting fueled online abuse towards him despite his immediate apology to Mateta.
The club's support for Roberts was evident as fans sang in his honor shortly after he started serving a three-match ban for the incident.
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