Vickery cited for trip

Updated 10.09 Mon Sep 10 2007
Keywords: paul emerick, phil vickery, united states, england, rugby, rugby union, rugby world cup, sport

England captain Phil Vickery has been cited for a trip during the opening Rugby World Cup match against the United States.

The Wasps prop kicked centre Paul Emerick during the pool match in Lens.

Vickery could be banned from Friday's crucial game against South Africa

He claimed after the match that he had not intended any malice.

But he faces a disciplinary hearing to decide if he should be punished.

Vickery could be banned from Friday's crucial game against South Africa as a result.

Meanwhile, Emerick has also been cited for a dangerous tackle on Olly Barkley.

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