Grimsby: 'No intent' in Whittle challenge

Grimsby have defended Justin Whittle following claims he deliberately injured Newcastle captain Alan Shearer during the Carling Cup third round tie.

Grimsby have defended Justin Whittle following claims he deliberately injured Newcastle captain Alan Shearer during the Carling Cup third round tie.

Shearer required three stitches in a lip wound following a first-half challenge from Whittle which left the former England striker furious.

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