Pep Guardiola was upset about Rico Lewis' red card. |
In the early morning of June 19, Manchester City had a smooth start at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™. However, the joy of victory of the English club was somewhat overshadowed by Rico Lewis' red card in the 88th minute.
The incident occurred when Lewis collided with Wydad striker Samuel Obeng. The Manchester City star swung his leg at his opponent's head after successfully tackling the ball. Although Lewis clearly touched the ball and the player's foot was flat on the ground, referee Ramon Abatti did not hesitate to show the red card.
Manager Pep Guardiola expressed his disappointment after the match, saying the decision to send Lewis off was unfair. Guardiola argued: “Rico Lewis touched the ball, it was not a malicious tackle. The referee said he showed him a red card because his foot was too high, but Rico was clearly trying to fight for the ball, his foot was very close to the ground. It was a normal tackle and Lewis did not mean to foul.”
On social media, fans were divided over the incident. Some supported the referee's decision, while others said Lewis did not deserve to be penalized.
Former Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel, commenting on Channel 5 , agreed with referee Ramon Abatti's decision to show the red card: "I think it was a red card. You can see Rico Lewis's challenge, he put his foot too high. The referee made the right decision."
With Lewis receiving a red card, Manchester City are likely to be without the versatile defender for the remainder of the group stage, due to a suspension from FIFA.
Foden shines at FIFA Club World Cup In the early morning of June 19, Foden scored and assisted in Man City's 2-0 victory over Wydad in Group G, FIFA Club World Cup 2025™.
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