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Former Aberdeen striker in X-rated rant as he threatens to have reporter banned

The ex-Dons ace was filmed in an explosive war of words with the press over how he served a suspension.

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:13 PM
Former Aberdeen striker in X-rated rant as he threatens to have reporter banned
Key Things to Know
  • Former Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove threatened to ban a reporter during an expletive-laden rant.
  • Journalist Andrew Voerman questioned how Cosgrove served a two-match FIFA Intercontinental Cup suspension.
  • Cosgrove served the ban through Auckland FC reserve fixtures in the New Zealand National League.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Aberdeen striker Sam Cosgrove engaged in an expletive-laden confrontation with journalist Andrew Voerman, threatening to ban him from future events. The heated exchange occurred during a media session when Voerman questioned Auckland FC's handling of a two-match suspension handed to the 29-year-old forward following a red card against Al Ahli in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup.

The reporter challenged whether Cosgrove properly served his suspension via reserve fixtures in the New Zealand National League. Auckland's chief executive defended the process, citing approval letters from FIFA, Football Australia, and Football New Zealand, which led to Cosgrove confronting the laughing journalist before club media staff intervened.

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