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The Independent
17-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
‘Absolutely pathetic' decision as Dean Henderson avoids red card at Wembley
The decision not to send off Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson during the FA Cup final has been branded pathetic and one of the worst in football history. Henderson came to the edge of his area to confront Manchester City striker Erling Haaland during the first half at Wembley, with replays showing he had swiped the ball away with his hand while leaning out of his box. Referee Stuart Attwell missed the incident and, although it was checked by VAR, it was deemed not to be a red card for denying a goalscoring opportunity because of Haaland's position. Speaking on ITV, former Palace striker Ian Wright said: 'How this is not denying a goalscoring opportunity, it's absolutely pathetic. It's crazy, he's going to tap that past him and then he's just going to tap that into the goal. 'Why are they making up these rules and saying it so eloquently? To confuse us? That's supposed to be a sending off.' Former City defender Joleon Lescott went even further in his assessment, adding: 'That's one of the worst decisions I've seen in football. Because of the explanation, not because of the decision. To deem that is not a goalscoring opportunity, one of the most prolific goalscorers we've seen.' Similar views were expressed by former England captain Wayne Rooney on BBC, who said: 'It is a red card – how can they get this wrong? Just get rid of VAR. They have made a mistake and now they are trying to cover up. It is a red card and everyone can see it's a red card.' To rub salt into City's wound, Henderson went on to save a penalty from Omar Marmoush after Eberechi Eze had given Palace the lead.
Telegraph
17-05-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Live Crystal Palace vs Man City, FA Cup final 2025: Score and latest updates from Wembley
Latest updates 17 May 2025 3:20pm 3:20PM I think Palace will beat City – and this is how By Alan Pardew If I was in the dressing room I would really emphasise the fact that Crystal Palace are in great shape, offensively and defensively, and Manchester City still look vulnerable. It gives head coach Oliver Glasner the opportunity to be stronger than I could have been in 2016, when I managed Palace in the final against Manchester United, losing 2-1 after extra time. Ultimately when you are talking to players, you can't pull the wool over their eyes. In 2016 I couldn't honestly say 'we're in better form than Man United, we're better individually, this is our day', because that wasn't going to wash. But I think Glasner can go down that route. He is in a great position to talk the game up and that spirit where Palace are the underdogs, having to jump up a couple of levels, is not as extreme as it was in 1990 and 2016 in their previous two finals. This is slightly more on a level. 3:14PM Oliver Glasner 'walks the field' They used to talk of the Old Wembley pitch as uniquely sapping on the legs and being of gargantuan size when it was no bigger than Maine Road's. It was the occasion rather than the dimensions that took its toll. 3:07PM ITV have drafted in Joleon Lescott for the City angle Roy Keane: 'They've show they can win well here [in the semi-final] but if Palace are to win today their goalkeeper will have to be man of the match. I would never bet against City.' Ian Wright: 'I want Palace to stay in this game. The longer they stay in it, the better their chance.' 3:03PM The players have arrived 2:59PM BBC or ITV? Here in the UK the choice is between Messrs Lineker, Shearer and Mowbray with presumably Micah Richards for his City affiliation and AN Other for Palace and the third channel's Pougatch, Matterface, Dixon, McCoist, Wright and Keane. 2:57PM Farewell to Kevin De Bruyne This will be his 10th and final major final as a City player. He's been a joy to watch, an adornment to the league, a player of improbable passes without equal: 2:51PM Good citizens Palace fans cleaning up Covent Garden ahead of the Wembley trip today 👏🏻 👏🏻 #cpfc @CPFC @TheFACup #FACup #wembley — Paul Taylor (@PaulTaylor17) May 17, 2025 2:41PM Marching to Covent Garden and then to Green Park PALACE ARE HERE — Holmesdale Fanatics (@ultrascpfc) May 17, 2025 They seem to have co-ordinated their shorts as well as their shirts. 'Swanking around in footer bags'. NEXT STOP WEMBLEY PARK — Holmesdale Fanatics (@ultrascpfc) May 17, 2025 2:35PM This town is red and blue 🔜 Wembley #cpfc — Holmesdale Online (@Holmesdale) May 17, 2025 2:32PM Palace fans have been swarming through London Unusual for a London club to do this in their home city on Cup final day… Palace have quite literally stopped London from functioning. This is mental — riley (@Rileyeagles_) May 17, 2025 Palace have quite literally stopped London from functioning. This is mental — riley (@Rileyeagles_) May 17, 2025
Scottish Sun
28-04-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Former England star, 42, pulled apart from Baller League rival as vicious brawl erupts following tackle
FORMER England star Joleon Lescott had to be pulled apart from a Baller League rival after a tackle sparked a vicious brawl. The incident occurred in Monday's clash between Lescott's side Deportrio and opponents Wembley Rangers. 2 Joleon Lescott was involved in a massive brawl in Baller League 2 He clashed with Domingos Pires following a bad challenge Lescott, 42, stunned fans last month when he was announced as a wildcard pick for the side managed by Alan Shearer, Micah Richards and Gary Lineker. The former Three Lions star instantly became the Baller League's biggest hit following two Premier League title wins with Manchester City. But Lescott's prestigious career did not stop Wembley's Domingos Pires from crunching him with a brutal tackle. The challenge saw Lescott react angrily as he shoved his opponent in retaliation. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL WORLD AT HIS FEET Ancelotti agrees next job as Madrid set to 'part ways nicely' with boss However, his actions sparked an all-out brawl between both sides as fans went wild. The referee was forced to intervene alongside his assistants. And after order was restored, both Lescott and Pires were sent off the pitch for two minutes. But despite the melee, it was Lescott who had the last laugh as his side won 4-1 to go top of the Baller League. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS The clash came after a brutal encounter last week involving Troy Deeney. He was sent off just minutes into the game for a foul on Tareiq Holmes-Dennis. John Terry clashes with Mark Clattenburg as the 26ers face F.C RTW in the Baller League Deeney was representing Wembley Rangers, who are managed by Chloe Kelly and Ian Wright. But his debut did not last long, with Deeney forced to sit out the rest of the action.
The Irish Sun
28-04-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Former England star, 42, pulled apart from Baller League rival as vicious brawl erupts following tackle
FORMER England star Joleon Lescott had to be pulled apart from a Baller League rival after a tackle sparked a vicious brawl. The incident occurred in Monday's clash between Lescott's side Deportrio and opponents Wembley Rangers. Advertisement 2 Joleon Lescott was involved in a massive brawl in Baller League 2 He clashed with Domingos Pires following a bad challenge Lescott, 42, stunned fans last month when The former Three Lions star instantly became the Baller League's biggest hit following two Premier League title wins with But Lescott's prestigious career did not stop Wembley's Domingos Pires from crunching him with a brutal tackle. The challenge saw Lescott react angrily as he shoved his opponent in retaliation. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL However, his actions sparked an all-out brawl between both sides as fans went wild. The referee was forced to intervene alongside his assistants. And after order was restored, both Lescott and Pires were sent off the pitch for two minutes. But despite the melee, it was Lescott who had the last laugh as his side won 4-1 to go top of the Baller League. Advertisement Most read in Football BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS The clash came after a He was sent off just minutes into the game for a foul on Tareiq Holmes-Dennis. John Terry clashes with Mark Clattenburg as the 26ers face F.C RTW in the Baller League Deeney was representing Wembley Rangers, who are managed by Chloe Kelly and Ian Wright. Advertisement But his debut did not last long, with Deeney forced to sit out the rest of the action.
