Pep Guardiola exploded with rage after Manchester City’s shock elimination against Al-Hilal in the Round of 16 at the Club World Cup.
Frustrated by a controversial refereeing decision in the 97th minute, the Spanish coach stormed onto the pitch to confront Venezuelan referee Jesús Valenzuela. The incident followed a promising counter-attack led by Jérémy Doku, who was brought down from behind, but no foul was given. To make matters worse, the referee blew the final whistle immediately after, denying City a last chance at goal.
Furious, Guardiola was seen shouting “Are you kidding me?” in Spanish, stunned by the lack of a call.
This outburst reflected the frustration of a City side that ultimately lost 4-3 after extra time, in one of the most dramatic matches of the tournament. A major disappointment for the reigning European champions, who bow out in highly contentious circumstances.
Valenzuela mandó al limbro una posible falta sobre Doku en la última jugada… ¡Y PEP GUARDIOLA SALIÓ CORRIENDO A PEDIRLE EXPLICACIONES! 🎥
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