Erling Haaland, the star player for Manchester City , has taken to social media to express his ongoing anger towards referee Simon Hooper following the team's draw with Tottenham.
Controversial Decision Sparks Outrage
During the intense match, with the score tied at 3-3, Haaland was fouled near the halfway line and briefly fell to the ground. However, he quickly got back on his feet and made a pass to Jack Grealish, who was running towards the goal. The referee initially allowed play to continue, but then pulled it back and awarded a foul.
Haaland's Fiery Response
Haaland and his teammates were furious with the decision and voiced their protests on the field. Even after the game ended, Haaland's anger was still evident as he left the pitch, shouting expletives. He then turned to social media, specifically the platform X (formerly known as Twitter), to express his frustration.
Fans React
Haaland's tweet, which simply said "Wtf," generated a strong reaction from fans. Many agreed with his sentiment, with one fan stating, "Genuinely horrible call, every right to feel wronged." Others found humor in the situation, commenting on Haaland's immediate response on Twitter. Haaland's father, Alfie, also chimed in, describing the decision as "terrible."
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Missed Scoring Opportunities
Some fans also pointed out missed scoring chances that Haaland had during the game, suggesting that he should have capitalized on those opportunities.