Following Manchester United’s draw with Bournemouth, Bruno Fernandes and Andoni Iraola engaged in a lively discussion.
Andoni Iraola and Bruno Fernandes engaged in a lively debate
The duo disagreed on some key calls
Willy Kambwala’s foul was adjudged to be outside the box
The manager of the Cherries, aged 41, believed that his team should have been awarded a penalty at the end of the intense 2-2 match.
Referee Tony Harrington initially indicated a penalty after Willy Kambwala fouled Ryan Christie.
After a contentious VAR review, the call was reversed as the foul was determined to have occurred beyond the penalty area.
Iraola was also incensed by the previous ruling to grant United a penalty kick.
After the game concluded, the Spaniard stepped onto the field to present his argument.
He ultimately participated in a spirited dispute with Fernandes, the captain of United.
The duo seemed to be engaged in a conversation on the recent penalty decision.
Manchester United conceded two goals on the South Coast, scored by Dominic Solanke and Justin Kluivert, on two separate occasions.
Fernandes scored a goal to make the score even on two occasions, with his second goal being a penalty kick resulting from a disputed handball by Adam Smith.
Iraola expressed intense anger over the decision and, in an interview with Sky Sports following the game, questioned the legitimacy of the handball incident by stating, “Isn’t it clearly stated in the rules?” Adam reacts instinctively as the ball bounces off his teammate. I believe that these types of handballs are not typically referred to as such.
“I am fully convinced that it was indeed a penalty for Christie.” In the match against Newcastle, the penalty awarded against us was initiated by contact that began outside the penalty box.
“However, today the initial frame was positioned in such a way that the first contact occurred at the boundary of the box. Nevertheless, the contact persisted and extended one to two meters inside, impeding the movement of the player.”
“Christie’s downfall is not limited to a single moment.” The defender closely marks Christie, positioning themselves approximately two meters inside the penalty area. It seems evident to me.
“During the first half, Kobbie Mainoo engages in a dive, which does not result in a yellow card. In the second half, Ryan Christie experiences contact and subsequently falls, yet he is shown a yellow card for diving.” What is the distinction?
“While I acknowledge that we are currently in a secure position, it is crucial for us to emphasize the significance of every single point.” Extremely significant. In recent matches, despite our secure position, all the decisions have consistently been unfavorable towards us.
We require equal consideration and regard as other teams.
Andoni Iraola
“However, ultimately, we require an equivalent level of respect as that given to other teams.” Each team is competing for significant objectives, and our performance resulted in a loss of two points and a substantial amount of effort. We request a certain level of uniformity.
Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, believed that the authorities made the proper judgment on the late penalty.
According to his statement to the BBC, he firmly asserted that it was not a penalty, without a doubt. In the past four games, we have allowed three penalties, all of which were subject to debate. The victory we achieved today was also subject to debate.
Regarding Fernandes, he further commented: “With two goals and exceptional creativity, it is indeed true that he significantly contributes a great deal of energy to the team.”
“He is assuming the role of a captain, exuding energy, and we are highly satisfied with his performance.”
“We are all feeling disappointed, but he articulates that emotion.” “It is imperative that we emerge victorious in our matches, as we have squandered a significant number of avoidable points in our recent games.”