Eric Cantona is a man who has never been far from controversy. He punched a team mate in the face early in his career in his native France. On another occasion he was informed by a French FA disciplinary board that he would be banned for one month he response was to walk up to each member of the board and call him an idiot. His ban was subsequently increased to three months. Of course the most high profile event of Eric Cantona's distinguished career was the infamous Kung Fu kick at Selhurst Park. It was a moment of sheer beauty. The moment that a nine year old boy found his footballling icon. That boy was me! This all relates back to the discussion on the appeal of bandits and outlaws. Cantona's arrogance and disregard or authority made him a compelling figure. It's a prime example of when being bad just seems good!
The Kung Fu kick (aka the birth of a legend)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-WmfTIRUWY
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