Results for: Provocation

North Korea has launched hundreds of trash-filled balloons towards South Korea, in retaliation for activists flying anti-North Korean leaflets across the border. The balloons, carrying cigarette butts, cloth scraps, waste paper, and vinyl, have been found in various parts of South Korea. South Korea’s military has advised people to beware of falling objects and to report any suspicious objects to the authorities. There have been no reports of injuries or damage. The balloon launches are part of a series of recent provocative steps by North Korea, including a failed spy satellite launch and a barrage of short-range missile launches. South Korea’s military has said it has no plans to shoot down the balloons, citing concerns about causing damage or the possibility that they might contain dangerous substances.

Manchester United’s Antony has justified his controversial celebration in front of Coventry City players after the FA Cup semi-final win, claiming he was defending his club from ‘provocation.’ Antony’s actions sparked criticism, but he insists he was protecting United from perceived disrespect towards their fans. However, it remains unclear what specific provocation occurred, according to Antony.

Manchester United’s Antony has addressed his controversial ear-cupping celebration following the team’s penalty shootout victory over Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-final. The Brazilian winger faced criticism for his actions, but he maintains that he acted in response to provocations from the opposition players throughout the match. United manager Erik ten Hag also defended Antony’s behavior, pointing out that the player was provoked and that other United players had shown magnanimity towards their opponents. Despite leading 3-0, United allowed Coventry to fight back and force extra time, but VAR intervened to rule out a Coventry goal in the final minutes. Antony emphasized his respect for Coventry but stated that he lost his composure due to the provocations he endured.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has blamed Coventry City’s players for provoking winger Antony, who was seen cupping his ears and taunting the Championship side after the Red Devils’ penalty shootout win in the FA Cup semi-final. Ten Hag defended Antony’s behavior, suggesting it was a reaction to Coventry’s provocations, but also acknowledged that the player should not have reacted. The manager also criticized the media’s reaction to the incident, describing it as a “disgrace.”

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag defended Antony’s post-match actions against Coventry City, citing provocation as the cause. Antony’s gesture of cupping his ears toward Coventry players after the penalty shootout victory at Wembley drew criticism. However, ten Hag claims that Antony was provoked by an earlier action. The manager acknowledged that Antony’s actions were inappropriate but emphasized that the provocation had not been seen. Manchester United will now face Sheffield United in the Premier League on Wednesday, potentially without several key players due to injuries.