In the previously concluded opening round of the Premier League, Manchester United lost 0-1 to Arsenal at home. In this match, Arsenal defender Calfiori scored the only goal of the game from a first-half corner, but this goal has also been widely discussed by the outside world after the match. Regarding this, former Premier League referee Clattenburg shared his views in an interview.
Clattenburg said: “During the live viewing of the game, I didn’t see any problem with Arsenal’s goal at first. But when you watch the slow-motion replays again, you can see that Manchester United player Mount had his shirt pulled by an Arsenal teammate, and Bayindir was obstructed by opponents when trying to intercept the ball. I think PGMOL should punish such behavior more, but they have failed again.”
Additionally, Sky Sports pundits and Manchester United legends Neville and Rooney also shared their views on Arsenal’s goal. Neville said: “The goalkeeper must be stronger in such situations; I think he would complain about being fouled. There was an opposing player in front of him, and there was a lot of pushing going on. I just think your goalkeeper has to be stronger.”
Rooney also stated that Manchester United should strengthen the goalkeeper position to improve the club’s squad. Rooney said: “I think Manchester United should try to get Donnarumma; he is 26 years old and one of the best goalkeepers in the world. It would be crazy if Manchester United don’t go for him.”
