Ballack admits foul play over Wembley elbow attack on United's Patrice Evra

10 August 2009 11:18
Michael Ballack admits he 'blocked' Patrice Evra in the build-up to Chelsea's controversial second goal during their Community Shield victory over Manchester United at Wembley. The Germany captain was also 'happy' referee Chris Foy did not blow for a foul as Chelsea went on to score through Frank Lampard while Evra lay hurt on the ground. Chelsea eventually won the game 4-1 on penalties after it finished 2-2 in normal time, but United boss Sir Alex Ferguson was adamant Foy should have sent off the Chelsea substitute for the use of an elbow. Ballack declared: 'I have to be happy that the referee didn't blow because maybe I blocked him a little bit.

Source: Daily_Mail