Harry Maguire called out Kai Havertz after the Arsenal star went down under a challenge from the Manchester United defender – which landed his side a penalty in their FA Cup tie
Harry Maguire took aim at Kai Havertz and said: “You cheating scumbag” after the Arsenal star landed his team a penalty.
Tempers flared at the Emirates with twenty minutes remaining as the referee pointed to the spot with the game poised at 1-1. Havertz dribbled into the area and attempted to evade Maguire, who left out a leg and saw himself pinged for a foul.
The Manchester United star protested his innocence with the referee, who has no VAR in the third round FA Cup encounter. After pleading with the official Maguire turned his attention to the Arsenal frontman, whom he clearly accused of diving.
Both sets of players then began brawling after the penalty decision was made with verbals exchanged. Manuel Ugarte then clashed with Havertz as the German found himself on the deck.
Once the situation had been calmed Martin Odegaard stepped up as he looked to put Arsenal ahead. He was thwarted though as Altay Bayindir produced a stunning save, keeping the game level ahead of the final period.
Ex-Newcastle star Alan Shearer was full of praise for Bayindir and his save but believed that the penalty should not have been given in the first please. Speaking on BBC Sport, he said: “Altay Bayindir gets down really, really quickly. He gets a good strong hand to it. I thought the penalty was a bit harsh, I really did.”
Bruno Fernandes had put the visitors ahead after a goalless first-half. The United skipper finished impressively after a pass from Alejandro Garnacho. Gabriel soon had the Gunners level though with his effort deflecting in off Matthijs de Ligt.
In between the two goals Diogo Dalot was given his marching orders. The United wing-back was already on a yellow card when he came flying in for a tackle, only to miss the ball completely, leaving the referee with no option but to produce a red card.
United and Arsenal are both desperate to land a trophy this season, albeit for differing reasons. Ruben Amorim is looking to salvage something from what has been a forgettable campaign thus far whilst Mikel Arteta is facing questions as his silverware drought continues.
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