Cabaye Injury Latest

15 January 2012 19:16
Alan Pardew is hopeful key midfielder Yohan Cabaye did not suffer any lasting damage after a horror tackle from Shaun Derry.

Alan Pardew: "It was a strong challenge, but Shaun Derry is a player who makes strong challenges. The referee was right on top of it.

"I thought it was borderline yellow/red, but I think probably it was a yellow. He seemed to get the ball.

"There always controversy about tackling. It's very, very difficult for referees, so I am not going to sit here and criticise that decision.

"But Yohan was upset. He felt it was probably a little bit over-exuberant, but the doc thinks he is going to be okay."

Source: FOOTYMAD