In Manchester City's recent match against Wydad Casablanca at the FIFA Club World Cup, defender Rico Lewis was controversially sent off in the 88th minute. While Lewis successfully won the ball in a challenge, he inadvertently made contact with Samuel Obeng's face. Post-match, manager Pep Guardiola expressed his frustration with the decision, emphasizing that Lewis had no malicious intent and highlighting the challenge's nature. Consequently, Lewis is now suspended for the next match against Al Ain, and Guardiola remains critical of the refereeing standards during the match.
Guardiola defended Lewis, stating the red card decision was "unnecessary" as he believed the player had no intention to hurt his opponent.
Despite winning the ball, Lewis caught Obeng in the face, leading to protests, but VAR confirmed the Brazilian referee's red card decision.
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