Twitter users that get abused because their profiles are similar to footballers, managers or clubs

4) @JoeHart

Goalkeeper Joe Hart’s poor performances saw another Joe Hart get all the abuse

England almost never do well at international tournaments and Euro 2016 was no exception. While the Three Lions went through to the knockout stages, they were upset by a resolute Iceland – a relative newcomer in international football and playing in their first ever major tournament.

Goalkeeper Joe Hart was criticised for not saving the second goal that gave Iceland the win and fans targeted the Manchester City shot-stopper for the loss.

@JoeHart You should never represent England again you overpaid Man City muppet! Way to let Rooney, Rashford and Smalling down!

— ManUtdLogic (@ManUtdLogic) June 28, 2016

@JoeHart you're not a very good keeper are you? You should have saved that easily. Thanks for costing England the euros

— T Bag (@T_Bag25) June 28, 2016

@JoeHart YOU'VE LET YOUR COUNTRY DOWN

— Derek (@Derek_The_Ram) June 28, 2016

Unfortunately, Joe Hart is not on Twitter and it was a comedian from London by the same name who received all the abuse directed at the keeper. While he was mildly irritated by a few tweets that crossed the line, he did manage to keep his sense of humour while clarifying who he really was.

I'm a chubby gay comedian but if the goal keeper is looking for a replacement I'll give it a go.

— Joe Hart (@JoeHart) June 27, 2016

RIP my Twitter inbox.

— Joe Hart (@JoeHart) June 27, 2016