da imperador bet： The art of the dive.
da blaze casino： Whether you see it as an ingenious bit of deception, or downright cheating, on the same level of carrying the ball under your arm. Diving and nonsensical acting have become part and parcel of the game we all love and at times despise.
So after Watford’s Fernando Forestieri’s Oscar worthy piece of play acting in his sides draw with Wolves at the weekend, here’s is a selection of some of the best (or worst) bits of simulation that have graced the game in recent years…
Sergio Busquets v Inter Milan (2010)
If Jose Mourinho is to be believed, referees have never much cared for any of his teams.
This little scene certainly can be used to back up his case. In a tense Champions League semi-final, the Barcelona midfielder collapsed to the floor after being callously tapped on the cheek. If the red card wasn’t enough to infuriate the watching public, his little glance through his hands probably did the trick.
Steven Taylor v Aston Villa (2005)
This one makes the list on the grounds of its uniqueness and, quite frankly, its hilarity.
After making a save his keeper would be proud of, the defender then proceeded to pretend he had been struck by a canon in the ribs, writhing in agony. Unfortunately the ref was an old cynic and sent Taylor off.
However, real fans of the art will always hold a candle for this Geordie Messiah and his epic performance.
Morten Gamst Pedersen V Arsenal (2009)
Where others wait for slight contact before theatrically falling from grace, Pedersen waited for nothing of the sort, with the nearest defender a postcode or two away he went head first into the plush Emirates turf.
This is particularly impressive due to the sheer gall of diving under no tackle at all. An original, almost surrealist piece of work.
Ashley Young v Real Sociedad (2013)
When it comes to diving, Ashley Young really is the Al Pacino of the football world.
Having churned out classic after classic, his commitment to the art can never be questioned. This one against Sociedad was a particularly skilful piece.
Note the delay and spin on this one. It really is quite something. Stunning.
Rivaldo V Turkey (2002)
This one really is The Godfather of playacting. Never has shame been ignored so freely and to such effect.
On the biggest footballing stage, Rivaldo, one of the players of not only his, but any generation, added another string to his bow.
Hakan Ansal viciously passed the ball into his legs, causing a shock to go through his body, and his face. Luckily no one was hurt, Ansal was dismissed and Brazil went on to win the World Cup.
So remember, kids, cheaters always prosper.