The Daily Observer London Desk: Reporter- Judith Benjamin
It’s the photo that has defined the weekend’s Premier League action — and caused debate across the world.
Erling Haaland reacted wildly to referee Simon Hooper’s decision not to play an advantage in the final moments of Manchester City’s 3-3 draw with Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. Haaland was fouled in the City half but Hooper initially appeared to indicate an advantage as Haaland released the ball, only to pull play back with Jack Grealish clear through on goal.
Haaland — and other City players — remonstrated with Hooper on the pitch. The striker also reposted a clip of the incident on Twitter commenting “Wtf”.
City have also now been charged by the Football Association for how their players surrounded Hooper, with the FA alleging that “the club failed to ensure their players do not behave in a way that is improper.”
There has been a lot of debate about refereeing in England over the last few weeks, especially after Mikel Arteta’s reaction to Anthony Gordon’s goal being allowed at Newcastle in the middle of last month.=
