Rodri faces FA charge after comments on referee in Spurs draw
Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been charged by the English Football Association after criticizing the referee following a draw with Tottenham. Rodri expressed frustration over a decision that allowed a controversial goal by Dominic Solanke. The FA alleges that his remarks questioned the integrity of match officials. Rodri now faces possible disciplinary action as a result of his comments.
Match highlights
- Rodri was upset with referee Robert Jones’ decision to allow Dominic Solanke’s goal in Manchester City’s 2-2 draw at Tottenham in the Premier League on February 1.
- He claimed the goal should have been disallowed due to a foul on City defender Marc Guehi.
- The FA charged Rodri with misconduct for comments implying referee bias, citing FA Rule 3.1.
- Rodri has until February 18 to respond to the charge and could face suspension if found guilty.
- In 2023, then Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp received a touchline ban for similar comments about referee Paul Tierney.
