Ljungberg aimed a dig at the VAR, which has come under increased scrutiny since the start of the current season.
Arsenal legend Freddie Ljungberg has taken a dig at Man City midfielder Rodri for his antics during his side’s derby win over Manchester United.
Pep Guardiola’s side secured another win over Man United. It was a pure one-sided affair. Rasmus Hojlund was penalised for a foul on Rodri inside the 18-yard area. It also sparked controversy surrounding the on-field referee and VAR decision.
Freddie Ljungberg on Rodri vs Man Utd:
“I don’t like that sort of thing. Maybe he does touch him with his arm, but Rodri weighs 90kg. He threw himself to the ground.
“This is how it works in Spanish football, I don’t want Spanish football in the Premier League,” told AS. pic.twitter.com/7DnwnTujqy
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Ljungberg aimed a dig at the VAR, which has come under increased scrutiny since the start of the current season. He said “I don’t like this guy. I may touch him with his hand, but Rodri weighs between 90 and 95 kilos. He throws himself – you can tell he throws himself.
“This will work like this in Spanish football because I don’t want Spanish football in the Premier League. I’m a little upset.
“Then I hear that it is Michael Oliver who is in the VAR room, so it does not surprise me that they finally called a penalty.”
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