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We demand that the Football Association re-consider the totally unjust and unfair 4 year football ban on Martin Pilkington, for gambling irregularities.
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July 24, 2016
I have been reading through your messages and the depth of feeling regarding this situation is truly humbling. Seeing so many people recognize the unfairness of this ban is a testament to your commitment to the game. I am working on getting our concerns in front of the right people and will keep you posted on any movement.
July 24, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by the momentum this has gained lately. This movement belongs entirely to the people who believe in fairness just as much as I do.
Reached 100 supporters
July 24, 2016
56 Comments
I known martin from a baby .he's an inspiration to younger people and he's always put his all in football.it's he's life.so please don't take this away from martin.he's one of the best
A totally ridiculous ban. When the FA does not give as long a ban to players accused of raped and other such crimes. Totally disproportionate.
Honesty is not the best policy!!! he told the fa everthing .they threw the book at him to make him an example and end his dreams and career.
Ban is far too excessive, have the powers that be offered any counselling, I suspect he is being made an example of.
Extremely unfair, maybe a short ban and some education would be more realistic..
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Mark Bosnich- taking a banned substance. Avoided suspension when he should have been given a mandatory two year ban. John Terry- racial abuse of Anton Ferdinand. Four match ban and a fine. John Obi Michel - threatening behaviour towards a match official. 3 match ban - when 'he would have served a long term ban in non league football'. Nicholas Anelka- Five match ban for 'Quenelle gesture'. Alan Pardew- seven match suspension for head butting David Meyler. Pardew allegedly said he feared the sack. Eric Cantona- nine month ban for the infamous assault on a Crystal Palace fan. Roy Keane- eight match ban for the premeditated 'tackle' on Alf-Inge Haaland that ended Harland's career. Lee Evans- jailed for death by dangerous driving.. No FA ban. Graham Rix- sex with a minor. No FA ban to my knowledge. Marlon King- jailed for sexual assault. No FA ban to my knowledge Ched Evans- convicted of rape. Re-trial pending. FA involvement. The list goes on and all far worse crimes than winning or losing a few quid at the bookies!!! Good luck with any appeal Killer - but justice?? I doubt whether the FA knows what justice or fairness means. After all 'FA' stands for more than just 'football association' and I don't mean 'F**k all'!!!! But Mr. F. R. Sole must be their chairman unless the decision is overturned.
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
We demand that the Football Association re-consider the totally unjust and unfair 4 year football ban on Martin Pilkington, for gambling irregularities.
Updates
July 24, 2016
I have been reading through your messages and the depth of feeling regarding this situation is truly humbling. Seeing so many people recognize the unfairness of this ban is a testament to your commitment to the game. I am working on getting our concerns in front of the right people and will keep you posted on any movement.
July 24, 2016
I am honestly overwhelmed by the momentum this has gained lately. This movement belongs entirely to the people who believe in fairness just as much as I do.
Reached 100 supporters
July 24, 2016
56 Comments
One rule for the rich .. and one for the "poor" - OK guilty as the rules stand - but 4 years ??? An absolute joke.
I known martin from a baby .he's an inspiration to younger people and he's always put his all in football.it's he's life.so please don't take this away from martin.he's one of the best
A totally ridiculous ban. When the FA does not give as long a ban to players accused of raped and other such crimes. Totally disproportionate.
Honesty is not the best policy!!! he told the fa everthing .they threw the book at him to make him an example and end his dreams and career.
Ban is far too excessive, have the powers that be offered any counselling, I suspect he is being made an example of.
Extremely unfair, maybe a short ban and some education would be more realistic..
Top cause!
Mark Bosnich- taking a banned substance. Avoided suspension when he should have been given a mandatory two year ban. John Terry- racial abuse of Anton Ferdinand. Four match ban and a fine. John Obi Michel - threatening behaviour towards a match official. 3 match ban - when 'he would have served a long term ban in non league football'. Nicholas Anelka- Five match ban for 'Quenelle gesture'. Alan Pardew- seven match suspension for head butting David Meyler. Pardew allegedly said he feared the sack. Eric Cantona- nine month ban for the infamous assault on a Crystal Palace fan. Roy Keane- eight match ban for the premeditated 'tackle' on Alf-Inge Haaland that ended Harland's career. Lee Evans- jailed for death by dangerous driving.. No FA ban. Graham Rix- sex with a minor. No FA ban to my knowledge. Marlon King- jailed for sexual assault. No FA ban to my knowledge Ched Evans- convicted of rape. Re-trial pending. FA involvement. The list goes on and all far worse crimes than winning or losing a few quid at the bookies!!! Good luck with any appeal Killer - but justice?? I doubt whether the FA knows what justice or fairness means. After all 'FA' stands for more than just 'football association' and I don't mean 'F**k all'!!!! But Mr. F. R. Sole must be their chairman unless the decision is overturned.
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One rule for the rich .. and one for the "poor" - OK guilty as the rules stand - but 4 years ??? An absolute joke.