Adebayor: I'll be on my best behaviour

24 April 2010 09:54
Emmanuel Adebayor insists he will not be out to cause any more controversy when he returns to Arsenal for the first time with Manchester City.[LNB] The Togo striker left Arsenal for City last summer and whipped up a storm when he played against his former club back in September.[LNB]After scoring City's third goal in the 4-2 win, Adebayor ran the length of the pitch to celebrate in front of the travelling Gunners fans and was later fined £25,000 for the incident.[LNB]He also received a three-match for stamping on Robin van Persie, but Adebayor is determined to ensure his appearance at Emirates Stadium on Saturday passes by without incident.[LNB]"If I score I will celebrate with my fans," Adebayor told The Sun. "The match against Arsenal is very important for us.[LNB]"I am calm about the game and do not desire any controversy with the Gunners supporters.[LNB]"I always try to be respectful on the pitch. I was very professional during my stay in Arsenal and nobody could doubt that."[LNB]Adebayor remains convinced he made the right decision in quitting the Gunners for City and is determined to help his current club qualify for the Champions League.[LNB]He added: "I wanted another project so I was not unhappy to leave Arsenal. City are a big project and could be the biggest of all next season. [LNB]"I have still many friends at Arsenal. But one question is about friendship, the other sport. [LNB]"I wanted a better challenge, although these things are never quick and easy at a club with so many new players. Personally, I don't think City fans have seen the best of me yet in this team. [LNB]"But my ambition is to play Champions League with Manchester City next season. We have a chance and these will improve if we win in London. So the match with Arsenal is a like a final for us."

Source: Team_Talk