Burnley manager Sean Dyche said he was “surprised” Carroll had stayed on the field after his team’s 1-0 win over Newcastle United at Turf Moor yesterday.
Stand-in captain Carroll caught Ben Mee with his elbow during the Premier League game, which was punctuated by fouls and decided by a goal from a disputed corner.
Asked about the incident, Carroll told BBC Radio Newcastle: “It was just a challenge. I was jumping up, getting elbows, giving elbows. It was exactly the same at both ends. But, somehow, every game it’s me – it’s always me.”
Most Popular
-
1
Newcastle United consider loan for £58m 'captain' as Chelsea trio remain on Eddie Howe's radar
-
2
Goncalo Ramos' 14-word response to Newcastle United transfer interest following ‘bid’ reports
-
3
Newcastle United transfer news: Chelsea ‘considering second bid’ for Newcastle target, Southampton forward ‘top’ of Everton wanted list
-
4
Sergio Aguero backs 'difficult' Newcastle United, Aston Villa and Brighton to ‘fight’ for Europe
-
5
New £26m signing that Newcastle United bid for suffers major injury blow against Everton
Steve Bruce, United’s head coach, was critical referee Tim Robinson after the game. Carroll said: “A few bad decisions lead to the goal. It wasn’t a corner – the ref’s given a corner when he’s already given a goal kick.”
