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      Erling Haaland could be hit with FA charge for meltdown and Twitter rant after Man City’s 3-3 draw with Tottenham

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      ERLING HAALAND could be hit with an FA charge after criticising the performance of the match officials during Manchester City’s 3-3 draw with Tottenham on Sunday.Haaland was absolutely raging after ref Simon Hooper denied City the chance of a 94th-minute winner.
      Haaland was furious after referee Simon Hooper failed to play advantage in the 94th minuteCredit: Getty
      Hooper played an advantage as Haaland was fouled but inexplicably blew up when the Norwegian’s pass sent Jack Grealish through on Tottenham’s goal.
      Haaland let rip and later posted a clip of the incident on X, saying: “WTF”, an abbreviation for ‘What the f***’ which could land him in hot water with the FA.
      Haaland blew his top at ref Hooper and, before storming down the Etihad tunnel, he fired an F-word rant at Gio Lo Celso after the Spurs scorer barged into him at full-time.
      But Pep Guardiola, whose team conceded a 90th-minute leveller, bit his tongue and said: “Next question. I will not do a Mikel Arteta comment.”
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      Guardiola’s old assistant has been charged by the FA for branding VAR “embarrassing” and a “disgrace” after Arsenal lost 1-0 to Newcastle last month.
      City’s boss added: “On the touchline sometimes I lose my mind and my gestures aren’t proper. But here normally for many years as a manager I’m not a guy to comment.
      “It surprised me because when Erling went down, if you whistle in that moment it’s fine.
      “But he stands up and continues and the referee in that moment makes that gesture to ‘play on, play on’.
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      “And after Erling makes the pass he then stops the game.”
      Asked about Haaland’s angry reaction, he said: “It’s normal and it’s the same for ten players.
      “The rules are you cannot talk with the referees or fourth officials so we should have had ten players sent off today.
      “He’s a little bit disappointed. Even the referee — if he played for Man City today he would be disappointed for that action, that’s for sure.”
      City could also be in trouble with the FA over their players surrounding the ref.
      They will be without Rodri and Grealish for Wednesday’s trip to in-form Aston Villa as both reached five bookings yesterday, while Jeremy Doku limped off.
      Earlier this season, Virgil Van Dijk received an additional one match ban from the FA for abusing officials after he was sent off against Newcastle.
      Van Dijk labelled the decision a “f***ing joke” to John Brooks on the field and continued his ire as he marched down the tunnel.
      Van Dijk was also slapped with a £100,000 fine for his comments.
      Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou was asked if his team had got away with one after Hooper blew the whistle prematurely with Grealish on the counter.
      He smiled and said: “Yeah, I guess so, mate.”
      Yet he was thrilled by the performance of his players, who twice fought from behind to claim a point through Dejan Kulusevski’s dramatic header.
      He said: “First half we were lucky to still be in it, City could have blown us away.
      “But we hung in there — we had to calm down and the effort second half was outstanding.
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      “A day like this will give us character and belief.”
      Guardiola said: “It was a good game, everyone enjoyed it. Spurs are so happy, we are less so.” More

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      Richard Keys reveals bizarre conspiracy theory as he claims Liverpool’s winner vs Fulham should have been disallowed

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      RICHARD KEYS claimed Liverpool’s winner only stood because it happened at the Kop End.Trent Alexander-Arnold fired in from the edge of the area to seal a dramtic comeback victory over Fulham – minutes after team-mate Endo had equalised to make it 3-3.
      Richard Keys cast doubt over the validity of Liverpool’s winnerCredit: BEIN SPORTS
      Trent Alexander-Arnold fired in a brilliant winner for the RedsCredit: PA
      But Keys and his beIN SPORTS team felt the goal should have been chalked off for a foul on Bobby Decordova-Reid by Kostas Tsimikas.
      The left-back attacked a cross from Darwin Nunez at the back post but was beaten to the ball by Decordova-Reid, who he clattered into.
      The Fulham star ended up in a heap on the ground but referee Stuart Atwell waved play on and VAR did not check for foul play.
      Decordova-Reid immediately rushed to the ref to complain he was fouled, and former Liverpool midfielder Jason McAteer felt he had a point.
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      He said: “I’ve got to admit, I thought there was [a foul].
      “Tsimikas, the way he challenged, he didn’t win the ball – he barged into the player. It’s a brave call to disallow that but for me that’s a foul.”
      Colleague Dwight Yorke was in agreement, adding: “It’s a clear foul, we all agree. Look at the defender and look where the ball went. He’s cleared the ball then got thumped afterwards.”
      That led Keys to produce his conspiracy theory, with the presenter responding to the pundits saying: “It’s only not a foul because it’s at the Kop End.”
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      Alexander-Arnold thought he had opened the scoring for the Reds in the first half – only for the goal to be taken off him.
      His brilliant free-kick rebounded off the crossbar and came off Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno before hitting the back of the net.
      Alexis Mac Allister also netted a stunning strike while Endo’s first goal for the club helped Liverpool to a valuable three points that moves them up to second in the table. More

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      Sky Sports viewers in stitches as cameras spot Pep Guardiola doing his best Louis van Gaal impression after Spurs goal

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      PEP GUARDIOLA showed shades of Louis van Gaal during Manchester City’s six-goal thriller with Tottenham. The Premier League champions were denied three points thanks to a late Dejan Kulusevski leveller and some controversy.
      Pep Guardiola showed shades of Louis van Gaal by laying on the groundCredit: Getty
      Van Gaal infamously laid down in front of Mike Dean against ArsenalCredit: Getty – Contributor
      At one point, it all proved too much for Etihad boss Guardiola, as he laid on the ground in protest.
      The hilarious moment drew comparisons to when former United manager Van Gaal did the same thing in 2016 to signal a dive.
      One fan said: “Pep Guardiola with his best Louis van Gall impression.”
      Another added: “Louis Van Pep Guardiola.”
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      Son Heung-min opened the lead in Manchester before then conceding an own goal to equal the match.
      Phil Foden put City ahead on the half hour mark before Giovani Lo Celso squared the game again.
      Jack Grealish thought he had wrapped up the game on 81 minutes only for Kulusevski to make sure the points were shared.
      But the drama did not stop there as City were through on goal in the dying embers until referee Simon Hooper brought play back for a free kick.
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      City’s Erling Haaland was absolutely livid with Hooper’s decision but the striker was defended by his manager.
      Guardiola said: “His reaction was the same for ten players.
      “The rules are you cannot talk with the referees or fourth officials so we should have had 10 players sent off today. He’s a little bit disappointed.”
      Erling Haaland fumed at Simon HooperCredit: Getty More

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      How two words from Ange Postecoglou turned Tottenham’s clash at Man City around in bizarre half time team talk

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      DEJAN KULUSEVSKI has credited Tottenham’s turnaround at Manchester City to a bizarre half-time team talk from Ange Postecoglou.The Swedish winger bagged a 90th minute equaliser at the Etihad on Sunday to seal a 3-3 draw and a hard-fought point for his side.
      Ange Postecoglou’s half-time talk inspired Spurs’ comeback at Man CityCredit: Getty
      Dejan Kulusevski was fired up by two words as he netted a 90th minute equaliserCredit: Getty

      Spurs took the lead early on through Son Heung-Min before his own-goal put City back on level terms.
      The hosts then went ahead through Phil Foden before Giovani Lo Celso equalised in the second half.
      City looked to have won it when Jack Grealish made it 3-2 with 10 minutes left.
      But Spurs dug in and were rewarded at the death when Kulusevski jumped over Nathan Ake to fire home a bullet header.
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      The fan favourite has now revealed that Tottenham’s never-say-die attitude stemmed from boss Postecoglou’s passionate half-time speech.
      The no-nonsense Aussie delivered a bizarre talk to his players as they struggled to cope with City’s possession tactics.
      And the two words “stop thinking” particularly hit home for Kulusevski and his teammates, who released the handbrake in the second half before picking up their point.
      The ace said: “The coach was angry with us at half-time. He told us to just play.
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      “Stop thinking and just play. That’s what we have to do.”
      City were left feeling hard done by at the final whistle though.
      Erling Haaland unleashed a tirade at Simon Hooper after the ref bizarrely blew for a City foul while Grealish was bearing down on Tottenham’s goal.
      The Norwegian striker stormed off the pitch as the game drew to a controversial close.
      But he ended up embroiled in a row with Spurs scorer Lo Celso, with the pair barging each other before an intervention from City boss Pep Guardiola. More

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      Watch moment cheeky Tottenham ace sets Erling Haaland off as Man City star goes ballistic in astonishing bust-up

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      ERLING HAALAND went ballistic after clashing with Giovani Lo Celso following Manchester City’s draw with Spurs.The visiting Londoners netted a late equaliser to claw back a 3-3 at the Etihad.
      Erling Haaland went ballistic at Giovani Lo Celso after Man City’s draw with SpursCredit: X @AlvarodeGrado
      Haaland reacted in anger after the pair knocked into each otherCredit: X @AlvarodeGrado

      Tottenham took the lead in the sixth minute through Son Heung-Min but were pegged back moments later after the South Korean netted an unfortunate own-goal.
      City went into the break 2-1 up through Phil Foden, but Lo Celso gave Spurs hope with a 69th minute equaliser for 2-2.
      City thought they’d won it in the 81st minute when Jack Grealish netted.
      But Dejan Kulusevski saved the day for Spurs when he headed in a 90th minute leveller to rescue a point.
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      However, City felt they were denied the chance to net a fourth when Simon Hooper called Grealish back after the Englishman had burst clear towards goal.
      The referee had initially decided not to blow for a foul on Haaland before bizarrely changing his tune when City managed to create a golden opportunity.
      The decision saw Haaland lose his cool, with the striker going beserk for the remaining minutes of the match.
      And things spilled over as he barged his way off the field at the final whistle.
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      While storming towards the dressing room, Haaland could be seen throwing his arms out in fury.
      But Lo Celso, who had been subbed off earlier, moved towards the Norwegian before crashing into his shoulder.
      Haaland continued walking but Lo Celso could not resist having a cheeky dig.
      It saw Haaland spin on his heels before confronting the midfielder in a heated clash, with the striker reportedly telling him to “f**k off.”
      And even manager Pep Guardiola got involved as he attempted to diffuse the situation.
      Haaland eventually relented and went back to the dressing room as Lo Celso continued to walk around the pitch.
      Fans certainly enjoyed the action, with one saying: “Haaland throwing a fit there.”
      Another declared: “Lo Celso offering out Haaland, you love to see it.”
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      One noted: “Haaland absolutely livid, Lo Celso trolling the champs.”
      Another added: “Haaland trying to mug Lo Celso off but he’s having none of it.” More

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      Roy Keane asks ‘is that real?’ as horror Man Utd Premier League stat is revealed on Sky Sports

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      ROY KEANE has been left shocked by a horror Manchester United Premier League stat.The former Red Devils captain asked “is that real?” after the damning evidence was revealed on Sky Sports.
      Roy Keane was shocked by the horror Manchester United statCredit: Sky Sports

      During Super Sunday, the panel of pundits, which also included Micah Richards and Jamie Carragher, analysed United’s form under Erik ten Hag.
      This included a graphic showing his results away from home against clubs in the top nine of the table.
      Since his appointment last summer, Ten Hag has picked up just one point away to clubs currently in that bracket.
      He has lost 11 of 12 matches, including Saturday’s defeat at Newcastle, with the only draw coming at Tottenham back in April.
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      Reacting to the stat, Keane fumed: “That doesn’t look real. Is that real? It looks ugly. That looks ugly.
      “It’s just the amount of goals, we were discussing earlier, six at City, seven at Liverpool, four at Brentford. It’s not good.
      “They’re obviously in a tough place. The manager is under pressure again.
      “There were players playing last night for United and you thought they would have been leaving the club in the summer.
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      Erik ten Hag has struggled away from home against clubs in the top nineCredit: Alamy
      “You’re still going back to the same players who’ve been getting United nowhere fast over the last one or two years.
      “What’s the sign of insanity? Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.
      “This groups not going to change and, as I said, if they’re not going to work as hard as the opposition, then you’re in trouble.”
      United fell to a 1-0 loss at St. James’ Park on Saturday, with Anthony Gordon’s goal the difference.
      The result saw Newcastle move above the Red Devils into sixth in the table.
      Ten Hag’s side are now five points adrift of the top four in seventh ahead of Wednesday’s clash with Chelsea. More

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      Haaland goes absolutely ballistic at referee after huge blunder in Spurs draw… then fires X-rated blast at Lo Celso

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      ERLING HAALAND reacted furiously after ref Simon Hooper denied Manchester City a last gasp chance to win the game.The Norwegian was fouled by Emerson Royal but picked himself up to send Jack Grealish clean through on goal.
      Erling Haaland was left furious at the end of Manchester City’s draw with TottenhamCredit: Getty
      The striker unleashed an X-rated rant at full-timeCredit: Sky Sports

      Having initially waved play on, Hooper then puzzlingly blew his whistle to pull the game back – sparking fury around the Etihad.
      And the decision was too much for Haaland, who could not contain his feelings.
      Clearly incensed, he immediately darted towards Hooper when the ref called play back.
      Haaland then stormed off at the final whistle and clashed with Spurs midfielder Giovani Lo Celso as he made his way down the tunnel.
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      The Norwegian was spotted shouting “F*** off, F*** off,” at the Argentine as he made his way off the pitch.
      City’s leading scorer tweeted a video of the incident along with the phrase ‘WTF’ – which means ‘What the f**k’.
      Fans were shocked by his angry outburst as they watched Haaland lose his cool and storm down the tunnel.
      “Never seen Haaland this mad,” wrote one supporter on X, formerly Twitter.
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      How it all happened…
      1 – Haaland was fouled in the middle of the pitch as City pushed for a winner
      2 – Referee Simon Hooper looked like he was about to blow his whistle but Haaland got up
      3 – Referee Hooper then waves play on as Haaland plays the ball forward to Jack Grealish, who is clearly onside
      4 – But then referee Hooper blows his whistle, just as Grealish is through on the Spurs goal
      Another added: “Erling Haaland was furious.”
      A third fan also commented: “Haaland just had his Drogba moment.”
      Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba infamously screamed “it’s a f***ing disgrace” after his side were knocked out of the Champions League by Barcelona in 2009.
      Haaland and City had been left aggrieved by Hooper’s decision to blow for a foul during the closing stages of the match.
      The Treble winners were pushing for a winner when Haaland was fouled.
      Hooper looked poised to blow for a foul, when the Man City star got back to his feet.
      Hooper opted to play the advantage and waved play on.
      Haaland got up, and hit a perfect through ball to Grealish, who beat the Spurs offside trap and was clean through on goal.
      Hooper then blew his whistle to stop the game just as City had a great chance to score the winner.
      Sky Sports pundit Roy Keane was also shocked by the decision, explaining after the match that the referee made the “wrong call”.
      “Obviously I think the referee’s made a mistake,” he said at the end of the match.
      “We’re quick to criticise him but he’s made a mistake. There’s been a few but it’s a poor call. He’s got it wrong.”
      He added: “For some reason he’s blown the whistle. He’s definitely got that wrong, I think we can all see that.”

      “He didn’t blow it first time, he should have let play go on.” A closer look at the controversial late decision when Jack Grealish was through on goal 🔍 pic.twitter.com/7yosxXxiJa— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 3, 2023

      Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic rage at referee Simon HooperCredit: PA
      City boss Pep Guardiola said when asked about that: “Next question. I will not do a Mikel Arteta comment.
      “The referee…they whistle after they said OK, play on. After the pass, whistle, so this is what I do not understand, this action.”
      Asked about Haaland’s reaction, he added: “It’s normal and it was the same for 10 players.
      “The rules are you cannot talk with the referees or fourth officials so we should have had 10 players sent off today.
      “He’s a little bit disappointed. Even the referee – if he played for Man City today he would be disappointed for that action, that’s for sure.”
      City will be hoping there is no action taken by the FA against their top scorer – while the club could also be in hot water for surrounding the ref.
      City were twice pegged back by their opponents in a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Etihad Stadium.
      Jack Grealish appeared to have won the match with a goal in the final 10 minutes, only for Dejan Kulusevski to equalise in stoppage time.
      Haaland also failed to get on the scoresheet after missing an open goal during the first half.
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      Sunday’s draw means City are now third in the Premier League, three points behind leaders Arsenal.
      The Gunners beat Bournemouth on Saturday to extend their lead, whilst Liverpool moved above the champions with a win over Fulham. More

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      Fans have Jack Grealish conspiracy theory as Man City star gets suspended with fifth booking in THREE starts

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      FANS have claimed they have spotted a Jack Grealish conspiracy theory after Manchester City’s clash with Tottenham.The winger picked up his fifth booking in just three starts to earn a one-match suspension.
      Jack Grealish will miss Manchester City’s trip to Aston Villa through suspensionCredit: AP
      As a result, he will not be eligible to play for City against his boyhood club Aston Villa on Wednesday.
      Grealish had only been on the pitch for nine minutes when he was cautioned by referee Simon Hooper.
      He was booked for kicking the ball away after replacing Jeremy Doku after 52 minutes.
      Fans were quick to notice Grealish would miss the return to his former club as a result and took to social media to react.
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      One supporter wrote: “Grealish ducked the Villa fan smoke.”
      Another added: “Grealish getting booked to miss the game against us.”
      A third fan also commented: “Grealish avoiding Villa Park on Wednesday.”
      Grealish has played twice against Villa since leaving to join City in 2021.
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      It proved an eventful afternoon for the England winger as he put his side back in front during the final 10 minutes.
      He burst into the box to stroke Erling Haaland’s low cross into the back of the net and score his first league goal of the season.
      However, it was not enough to claim all three points as Dejan Kulusevski equalised in stoppage time to tie the score at 3-3. More