Serge Aurier refused entry to UK

¡Cereal Killer! · Nov 22, 2016

http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/38069036

PSG saying the decision lacks respect and "On several occasions, Uefa has also transmitted its total support of Paris St-Germain to the British authorities regarding this case, in order to preserve the integrity of its competitions."

Don't get me wrong, but why does the ruling show a lack of respect? Also, since when has the integrity of a sporting competition more important than a countries own immigration laws?
The guy is a convicted criminal, yes he is appealing, but rules are rules I'm afraid.

Official Old Man · Nov 22, 2016

Same as wearing the poppy on the England shirt. Rules are rules.

Springal · Nov 22, 2016

I remember the good times said:
Same as wearing the poppy on the England shirt. Rules are rules.

Thats not a rule.

Thunder Bolt · Nov 22, 2016

I remember the good times said:
Same as wearing the poppy on the England shirt. Rules are rules.

It was on an armband, not on the shirt.

Gwylan · Nov 22, 2016

¡Cereal Killer! said:
Since when has the integrity of a sporting competition more important than a countries own immigration laws?

You'd have loved the South African government when it banned D'Oliveira in 1968

hans kraay fan club · Nov 22, 2016

¡Cereal Killer! said:
http://m.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/38069036

PSG saying the decision lacks respect and "On several occasions, Uefa has also transmitted its total support of Paris St-Germain to the British authorities regarding this case, in order to preserve the integrity of its competitions."

Don't get me wrong, but why does the ruling show a lack of respect? .

In fairness to PSG, they have NOT said that the ruling lacks respect. They have said that the TIMING of the ruling lacks respect. He was granted the visa weeks ago, then it was revoked a few day before the game. I think they have a point, tbh.

Giraffe · Nov 22, 2016

He is a convicted criminal, what respect does he deserve?

He violently assaulted a policeman? What respect did he give the policeman?

Blue Valkyrie · Nov 22, 2016

Rules is rules.

beorhthelm · Nov 22, 2016

brilliant quote from PSG:
"Paris St-Germain strongly regrets the presumption of innocence has not influenced Britain's decision," said the club in a statement.

erm, he's convicted right? so we presume he is guilty, thats how it works even in France.

knocky1 · Nov 22, 2016

When I had a suspended sentence here I was allowed to travel abroad. When I got a suspended sentence in Australia I was allowed to stay. I'm white though.

Beach Hut · Nov 22, 2016

Start of Brexit, watch this space

Yoda · Nov 22, 2016

Why was there the need for him to apply for a visa in the first place? He also holds a French passport (not contained in the BBC report) so under current EU law, has the free right to travel to any EU Country.
Seems like PSG have shot themselves in the foot to me.

soistes · Nov 22, 2016

beorhthelm said:
brilliant quote from PSG:
"Paris St-Germain strongly regrets the presumption of innocence has not influenced Britain's decision," said the club in a statement.

erm, he's convicted right? so we presume he is guilty, thats how it works even in France.

I think they mean that there's a presumption of innocence (the initial conviction notwithstanding) pending the outcome of his appeal. If his appeal fails, then clearly there's no such presumption.

The Optimist · Nov 22, 2016

I assume the purpose of the rule is to prevent people from entering the country who pose a risk of committing a criminal act whilst here. Given the circumstances of his visit there doesn't seem to be any risk of him breaking the law so I can't see the problem in granting him a visa.

With regards to UEFA being involved there is a line where immigration controls could bar a country from European competition, as an extreme example not allowing in any non EU nationals, which could stop visiting teams from fielding several players.

ofco8 · Nov 22, 2016

Yoda said:
Why was there the need for him to apply for a visa in the first place? He also holds a French passport (not contained in the BBC report) so under current EU law, has the free right to travel to any EU Country.
Seems like PSG have shot themselves in the foot to me.

Possibly because he needed a Work Visa and was not coming for tourism.

ATFC Seagull · Nov 22, 2016

ofco8 said:
Possibly because he needed a Work Visa and was not coming for tourism.

He's an EU citizen though.

Collingburnian · Nov 22, 2016

I think you will find that while Aurier is a resident[ of France, he is a national of Ivory Coast and a holder of Ivory Coast passport and plays for the national team. As such, he needs a visa to come to UK.

ATFC Seagull · Nov 22, 2016

Collingburnian said:
I think you will find that while Aurier is a resident[ of France, he is a national of Ivory Coast and a holder of Ivory Coast passport and plays for the national team. As such, he needs a visa to come to UK.

The poster above said he holds a French passport as well. That would make sense, given he has lived in France since 2006.

portslade seagull · Nov 22, 2016

Rules I'm afraid although they don't seem to apply this to all. Plenty have come across with criminal records and got in although probably not advised. PSG have gone about this in the correct manner but have paid for it. Double standards I think

BigGully · Nov 22, 2016

ATFC Seagull said:
The poster above said he holds a French passport as well. That would make sense, given he has lived in France since 2006.

Plus he has Kelloggs Frosties for breakfast, collect three packet tops and he recieves a French passport, EU citizenship and unrestricted free movement.

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