The Italian defender whom Suarez had bitten towards the end of a group match between Italy and Uruguay, criticized the world soccer body's punishment on the Liverpool forward, of which he had deemed "excessive," The Telegraph reported. Giorgio Chiellini also admitted that he feels sympathy for the otherwise talented 27 year-old and his family of whom he believes will also suffer.
The New York Times said the observance of Ramadan is a religious obligations for Muslims, who fast and forgo liquids from dawn until dusk for about a month. As Muslims all over the world prepare for the beginning of Ramadan, which will be on Saturday night, it would be curious to know how Muslim players set to play for their home teams in their upcoming knockout matches prepare for their games and at the same time follow their religious obligations.
The loss of the two was felt in the team's match against Portugal, considering that the two have professionally played in premiere leagues. Buzzfeed said Muntari plays for AC Milan, while Boateng plays for Schalke 04. Ahead of the match, Muntari was already suspended for the final group match as he was issued two yellow cards in the first two matches.
