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Striker hits back over dive claims
Liverpool, 11:41, December 9, 2009 ,
As he prepares for a start against Fiorentina David Ngog has hit back at claims that he is a diver.
The French striker was widely lambasted by all and sundry since the penalty awarded against Birmingham at Anfield last month but he has defended himself and claims he is not a diver. He said:"I know criticism is part of football, but it was unfair because I am not that kind of player.
"I just tried to jump him and not to be touched. It happened so fast and I didn't think of getting a penalty.
"But I don't really think about that now. I just try to stay in a positive frame of mind to improve my game.
"I am enjoying my football here, I have been given my chance to show what I can do and I will always do that when an opportunity comes along again.
"All I can do is to continue to work hard and do my best for the team when I do get selected."