New Delhi: Erling Haaland isn’t someone who usually shows anger on the pitch, but during Manchester City’s 2-2 draw with Arsenal, things got heated. After John Stones’ late goal to level the match, Haaland threw the ball at Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães. This moment has left fans talking about what caused Haaland to lose his cool.
The game itself was tough. Arsenal’s defenders, especially Gabriel, were doing their best to keep Haaland quiet. Gabriel’s strong marking made it difficult for the Norwegian striker to get into his usual flow. Haaland, known for his calmness in front of goal, seemed frustrated as he found it hard to get space or make a real impact in the game.
When Stones scored the equaliser for City, instead of celebrating, Haaland threw the ball directly at Gabriel. It was a strange sight, and many wondered if it was due to Gabriel’s constant pressure. Either way, it became a talking point after the game. So, what led to this situation, and what’s happening now?
What happened and the latest on the case
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Haaland’s reaction wasn’t something we see often from him. It looks like Gabriel’s aggressive defending got on his nerves. Throughout the match, Gabriel and his partner William Saliba kept Haaland in check, blocking his chances and making life difficult for him. Haaland grew more frustrated as Arsenal’s defence held strong.
Reports say that Haaland was upset because he felt Arsenal’s defenders were wasting time and being overly physical. Some think Gabriel may have said something to Haaland right before Stones’ goal, which could have added fuel to the fire. The ball throw wasn’t dangerous, but it showed Haaland had lost patience.
After the match, the FA looked into the incident but decided not to take action against Haaland. VAR reviewed it and found it wasn’t serious enough to warrant a punishment. Some football pundits, like Ian Wright, criticised Haaland’s reaction, calling it immature. Wright also pointed out that Haaland threw the ball when Gabriel wasn’t paying attention, making it look worse than it might have been.
As things stand now, Haaland won’t face any penalties. The FA has decided to let it go, saying it was just an emotional reaction in the heat of the moment. But this clash between Haaland and Gabriel could add to the growing rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal, especially since both teams are chasing the Premier League title. Haaland will have to keep his emotions in check as the season moves forward.
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