Why I think there is an agenda against Luis Suarez

By Mark Lawrenson

Published 08:01 10/12/11

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There does seem to be an agenda against Luis Suarez.

It is even damaging Liverpool’s season, such is the spotlight upon Suarez.

Let’s get it straight. The ­allegations that he racially abused Patrice Evra happened nine weeks ago. He’s been charged. But why is it taking so long to resolve?

Suarez used a term that is not seen as racist in South America. In fact, it’s so common that TV commentators use it. It’s not acceptable here. But Suarez comes from a place where it is acceptable.

The case will be incredibly difficult to resolve and yet does seem to be dragging on and casting a shadow over the player and the club. The fact it’s taking so long seems to raise doubt and is unfair.

Furthermore, Suarez takes stick from the Fulham fans on Monday night. He reacts with a finger salute. That’s not right. Of course not. But it takes a saint not to react sometimes.

And if Suarez reacted then why weren’t other cases this season of players caught on camera making gestures punished?

Even more, why aren’t the Fulham fans being punished? If they swore (and as well behaved as Fulham fans are, many supporters do swear) then why not charge them?

Why is it acceptable for the fan to abuse and yet it is only the player who gets punished when he reacts? How is that fair?

Simple answer: it’s not. It also suggests that Suarez is being treated differently and unfairly to other players.

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