Friday, November 16, 2007

Russians angry over Israel support

England need Israel to avoid defeat against Russia, so it seemed like a good idea when the Times Online asked its readers to e-mail messages of support for the Stars of David before their crucial match in Tel Aviv on Saturday.

However, the website has now been be overrun by angry Russians who have taken offence at the lighthearted attempt to help England to qualify for the European Championship in Austria and Switzerland next summer.

Most of the messages are unprintable, but Dima, from Moscow, captured the mood of her nation with this message: “Shame upon every Englishman who sends messages to Israel with wishes of good luck in match Israel against Russia,” it read.

“You were defeated in Moscow in face-to-face match. Be honest, respect our success and respect yourself, your country and your players.”

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