London, Dec. 9 (ANI): Liverpool striker David N'Gog, who was caught up in controversy when he went to ground and won a late penalty against Birmingham, has insisted that he is not a cheat despite being a fan of Hand of Frog Thierry Henry.
Ngog was slammed after tumbling under Lee Carsley's challenge to hand the Reds a spot-kick equaliser.
"I know criticism is part of football but it was unfair because I'm not that kind of player. I just tried to jump him and not to be touched. It happened so fast and I didn't think of getting a penalty," The Sun quoted Henry, as saying.
"But I don't really think about that now. I just try and stay in a positive frame of mind to improve my game," he added.
Revealing his side of story, Ngog also disclosed that his idol is Thierry Henry - whose handball against the Republic of Ireland caused worldwide outrage last month.
"I know Fernando is one of the best in the world and just watching him is a great example for me. He's also given me lots of advice and been a big help.
"But the one I really looked up to as a youngster was Henry because he's French! He is the best in the world, especially when he won the 1998 World Cup," he said. (ANI)
Ngog was slammed after tumbling under Lee Carsley's challenge to hand the Reds a spot-kick equaliser.
"I know criticism is part of football but it was unfair because I'm not that kind of player. I just tried to jump him and not to be touched. It happened so fast and I didn't think of getting a penalty," The Sun quoted Henry, as saying.
"But I don't really think about that now. I just try and stay in a positive frame of mind to improve my game," he added.
Revealing his side of story, Ngog also disclosed that his idol is Thierry Henry - whose handball against the Republic of Ireland caused worldwide outrage last month.
"I know Fernando is one of the best in the world and just watching him is a great example for me. He's also given me lots of advice and been a big help.
"But the one I really looked up to as a youngster was Henry because he's French! He is the best in the world, especially when he won the 1998 World Cup," he said. (ANI)
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