Luis Suarez is 'disrespected' in England after infamous Liverpool incident
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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLuis SuarezMore than a decade after Luis Suarez bit Branislav Ivanovic in a Premier League incident, Gus Poyet says the controversial striker's reputation in English soccer has arguably never recoveredLuis Suarez has been involved in several controversies during his soccer career(Image: Getty Images)Today marks 13 years since Luis Suarez infamously bit Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic during a 2-2 stalemate at Anfield.The forward, who was playing for Liverpool at the time, sank his teeth into the Serbian's arm, prompting Ivanovic to shove him away and alert referee Kevin Friend to the incident inside the box. While Suarez escaped a red card during the match, the FA subsequently handed him a retrospective 10-game suspension.Suarez's standing as a controversial figure in English soccer extended beyond his conduct on the field after being accused of racially abusing Manchester United defender Patrice Evra in 2011.
Suarez received an eight-match ban and a fine.READ MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold agreement reached as Spanish media issue brutal Real Madrid verdictREAD MORE: 'I managed in the Premier League - this is why Arne Slot firing talk is frankly ridiculous'Among other incidents that have entirely eclipsed the Uruguayan's exceptional talent, he served a one-match suspension after directing an offensive gesture at Fulham supporters and was caught stamping on David Jones during a fixture against Wigan in 2012.Speaking to the Daily Star, via the popular iGaming site Casino Guru, known for its thorough UK casino list and in-depth reviews, Suarez's compatriot and former Chelsea and Tottenham star Gus Poyet said the forward is disrespected in England.He said: "No, he doesn't get the full respect he deserved in England because of the stamping incident, which is a shame as Suarez was incredible for the time he was at Liverpool.Suarez infamously bit Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic(Image: Getty Images)"Ask any defender who played against him at that time and I am very sure they were glad he left as he caused them many problems with his goal scoring."I am sure if you ask any Liverpool fan around the world about Suarez, there is so many positive emotions which come up and that is the most important is that you give your all and leave a positive thought from your hard work and goals."While representing Uruguay during his Liverpool stint, Suarez struck Chile defender Gonzalo Jara in the face and infamously bit Italy international Giorgio Chiellini, marking the third biting incident of his career, following previous episodes involving PSV Eindhoven's Otman Bakkal in 2010 while at Ajax.Demonstrating that old habits die hard, Suarez faced suspension just last year for stamping and spitting at Seattle Sounders security director Gene Ramirez during his time with Inter Miami.Suarez departed Liverpool in 2014 for Barcelona following a four-month suspension, wrapping up his three-and-a-half-year stint on Merseyside with an impressive tally of 82 goals across 133 appearances.The forward claimed the 2013-14 Premier League Player Of The Season accolade after netting 31 goals in 33 league fixtures.He was also part of the Liverpool side that won the League Cup in 2012.Nevertheless, his off-field incidents have tarnished his reputation among numerous English soccer supporters.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Luis SuarezLiverpool FCChelsea FCFC BarcelonaManchester United FC