Rodri criticises Premier League refereeing after City draw
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has given an astonishing interview claiming that Premier League referees “aren’t neutral” because they’ve “won too much” in the wake of Sunday’s disappointing 2-2 draw with Tottenham, reports BritPanorama.
In the match, City took a commanding lead at half-time thanks to goals from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo. However, Spurs mounted a resilient comeback led by a brace from Dominic Solanke, who equalised after a contentious VAR check allowed his first goal to stand despite apparent contact with City defender Marc Guehi.
City head coach Pep Guardiola expressed frustration post-match, questioning the decision not to award a foul on Guehi. His comments come amid a precarious position for City in the title race, particularly following Arsenal’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Leeds United the previous day.
Guardiola echoed Rodri’s sentiments. “It’s happened, once again,” he remarked, highlighting the impact on City’s aspirations as they now sit six points behind Arsenal with just 14 league matches remaining.
Tottenham, in contrast, found renewed hope from the performance, with manager Thomas Frank praising his players’ resilience. He noted the positive atmosphere cultivated by fans during the second half, stating, “I think we can create something magic together the players and the fans when we are united.”
As City grapples with controversial officiating and mounting pressure in the title race, their narrative highlights the intense scrutiny the Premier League faces regarding refereeing standards and decision-making in critical matches.
In such a vibrant league, where each match can feel like a turning point, the balance of power often shifts with just one decision. It’s a reminder that in football, the game continues to evolve — and so too must the standards by which it’s governed.
