Kuyt blasts 'bad tackle' for Van Persie injury

Holland striker Dirk Kuyt has accused Italy of a lack of respect as the row of Robin van Persie’s ankle injury continues to rage.

The Arsenal forward, who has been on fine form this season with eight goals in all competitions for the Gunners, has been ruled out for around six weeks after a robust challenge from Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini during the teams’ friendly meeting on Saturday.