Today in Sports
  • Home
  • Featured News
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • More
    • Rugby
    • Golf
    • Boxing
    • Soccer
    • NBA
    • Racing
    • Cricket
  • DMCA
  • Disclaimer
  • Cookie Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Contact us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Featured News
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • More
    • Rugby
    • Golf
    • Boxing
    • Soccer
    • NBA
    • Racing
    • Cricket
No Result
View All Result
Today in Sports
No Result
View All Result

Ibrahimovic takes a shot at referee Marciniak after AC Milan’s Champions League exit

February 19, 2025
in Football
0
Home Football
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter


You might also like

Comolli will watch Juventus target against Bayern Munich

Man United manager Ruben Amorim prepared to loan out Andre Onana – Man United News And Transfer News

Man United agree to send Enzo Kana-Biyik to FC Lausanne-Sport on loan – Man United News And Transfer News

AC Milan’s hopes of advancing in the UEFA Champions League were dashed on home soil as they were eliminated by Feyenoord with a 1-2 defeat in the second leg of the playoffs. After the match, Milan’s Senior Advisor Zlatan Ibrahimovic took aim at referee Szymon Marciniak following his decision to show a red card to Theo Hernandez.

The match started in favor of the home side, with star signing Santiago Gimenez scoring the opening goal just 37 seconds into the game. However, Milan couldn’t capitalize on their early lead, failing to add a second goal to create a more comfortable cushion. In the 51st minute, Hernandez was shown a second yellow card for a dive inside the box, leaving Milan a man down and ultimately leading to their elimination.

Speaking to Sky, Ibrahimovic criticized the referee’s decision, questioning the fairness of the second yellow card: “I don’t think it’s fair to say he’s a diver or that he’s acting: he plays his game and tries to do his best, these things just happen on the field. The referee was harsh on the second yellow: in a game like this, you give a warning for the next situation. Instead, he was tough, and the game changed. We’re not angry with Theo, but with ourselves: we ‘killed ourselves.’“

The legendary striker then shifted focus to the team’s future, urging them to regain momentum as they turn their attention to Serie A. “We are disappointed, angry. In tonight’s game, we lacked maturity… Now, it’s important to think as a group, process the defeat, and immediately focus on the league, where important challenges await us. We could’ve done a lot more in the 180 minutes, but then matches are meant to be lived and played, and that’s how these went.”

Marciniak’s red card left AC Milan’s participation in the 2024-25 Champions League in ruins. With their European hopes dashed, Milan must now concentrate on Serie A, where they currently sit in 7th place, in order to secure an automatic qualification for next season.

AC Milan’s Santiago Gimenez reaches unique milestone in the Champions League after goal against Feyenoord

see also

AC Milan’s Santiago Gimenez reaches unique milestone in the Champions League after goal against Feyenoord

Coach Conceicao supports Hernandez smid criticism

Theo Hernandez, who had already received a yellow card in the 44th minute for fouling a Feyenoord player, found himself at the center of controversy after his red card. Milan fans were divided over the two decisions, but coach Sergio Conceicao stood by his captain, taking responsibility for the elimination.

“It’s not a new situation for me, I’ve been through it many times with Porto. I make mistakes, my players make mistakes, but it’s my face that represents Milan’s defeat, not Theo’s,” said the Portuguese coach in the post-match press conference.

Despite the mounting criticism of Hernandez’s inconsistency this season, Milan’s coach reiterated his faith in the left-back: “I’ve known him for a while, and I know he can do more, but his coach can do more too.”



Source link

Tags: AC MilanChampionschampions leagueexitIbrahimovicLeagueMarciniakMilansRefereeshotTakesWorld Soccer NewsZlatan Ibrahimovic
Share30Tweet19

Recommended For You

Comolli will watch Juventus target against Bayern Munich

by TODAY IN SPORTS
June 29, 2025
0
Comolli will watch Juventus target against Bayern Munich

Damien Comolli will be in the stands when Bayern Munich take on Flamengo in the Club World Cup, and he is there on assignment from Juventus.As he is...

Read more

Man United manager Ruben Amorim prepared to loan out Andre Onana – Man United News And Transfer News

by TODAY IN SPORTS
June 29, 2025
0
Man United manager Ruben Amorim prepared to loan out Andre Onana – Man United News And Transfer News

6 Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly open to loaning out Andre Onana if it means securing another number one goalkeeper this summer. The Cameroonian keeper has...

Read more

Man United agree to send Enzo Kana-Biyik to FC Lausanne-Sport on loan – Man United News And Transfer News

by TODAY IN SPORTS
June 29, 2025
0
Man United agree to send Enzo Kana-Biyik to FC Lausanne-Sport on loan – Man United News And Transfer News

1 Manchester United have agreed to loan out new youth signing, Enzo Kana-Biyik, to FC Lausanne-Sport. Ever since Ineos took over at the club, they have made snapping...

Read more

Liverpool set to receive big money offer for Luis Diaz from Al-Nassr

by TODAY IN SPORTS
June 29, 2025
0
Liverpool set to receive big money offer for Luis Diaz from Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr remain determined to pursue Luis Diaz this summer, identifying the Colombian winger as their top target for the left-wing position despite Liverpool’s firm stance that the player...

Read more

Javier Mascherano makes clear message to Lionel Messi, Inter Miami ahead of PSG game in FIFA Club World Cup

by TODAY IN SPORTS
June 29, 2025
0
Javier Mascherano makes clear message to Lionel Messi, Inter Miami ahead of PSG game in FIFA Club World Cup

Inter Miami have been one of the surprises of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, coming within minutes of topping Group A — something few expected at the...

Read more
Next Post
F1 75’s funniest, weirdest, and wildest moments

F1 75's funniest, weirdest, and wildest moments

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Related News

Report: Conte makes U-turn on Napoli future – What it means for Juventus

Report: Conte makes U-turn on Napoli future – What it means for Juventus

April 14, 2025
Real Madrid eye Tottenham defender

Real Madrid eye Tottenham defender

March 15, 2025
Manchester United open to Rashford gives

Manchester United open to Rashford gives

January 2, 2025

Browse by Category

  • Athletics
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Boxing
  • Cricket
  • Football
  • Golf
  • MMA
  • NBA
  • NFL
  • Racing
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
Today in Sports

Get the Latest Sports News and Updates on TodayInSports.net. Soccer News, Basketball News, Baseball News, Golf News, Boxing News and More!

CATEGORIES

  • Athletics
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Boxing
  • Cricket
  • Football
  • Golf
  • MMA
  • NBA
  • NFL
  • Racing
  • Rugby
  • Soccer
  • Tennis

Recent News

  • FC Barcelona pushing for the sale of Francisco Trincao amid interest from Manchester United – Man United News And Transfer News
  • Comolli will watch Juventus target against Bayern Munich
  • Man United manager Ruben Amorim prepared to loan out Andre Onana – Man United News And Transfer News
  • Contact us
  • Cookie Privacy Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • DMCA
  • Get the Latest Sports News and Updates on TodayInSports.net.
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions

Copyright © 2024 Today in Sports.
Today in Sports is not responsible for the content of external sites.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Featured News
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • More
    • Rugby
    • Golf
    • Boxing
    • Soccer
    • NBA
    • Racing
    • Cricket

Copyright © 2024 Today in Sports.
Today in Sports is not responsible for the content of external sites.