'Throw a ball in the back of your opponent's head'→'Even a violent swear word'Holan, good luck! Despite controversial actions "There will be no post-disciplinary action"
Sep 24, 2024
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The British Daily Mail reported on the 23rd (Korea time) 'Holan will avoid punishment for throwing a ball into Gabriel Magalyangis' head.
Manchester City had a 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the fifth round of the English Premier League (EPL) in 2024-2025 season at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England on the 23rd.
Manchester City played a difficult game on the day. Holan, who received Savinho's pass at No. 9 in the first half, penetrated between Magalyangis and Saliba and immediately advanced to score the first goal. However, Arsenal fought back immediately. Martinelli received the ball and quickly advanced to the left of the penalty box in a quick counterattack after a free kick in the 22nd minute of the first half. Martinelli delivered the ball to Calafiori in front of the box, who immediately tried to shoot. The ball crossed the far goal of Manchester City and the equalizer was scored to balance the game.
Arsenal succeeded in turning the tables. In the 45th minute of the first half, Saka's cross hit Magalyangis' running head and pushed the ball into Manchester City's goal. Afterwards, Leandro Trossar's exit before the end of the first half gave him a numerical advantage, but Manchester City continued to repeat its frustrating attack by maintaining the difference in points until the second half of extra time. Just before the end of the second half, John Stones scored a dramatic equalizer to avoid defeat at home.
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When Stones scored just before the end of the game, Holan immediately picked up the ball and threw it at the head of opposing defender Magalyangis. Later, as the players gathered in protest of Arsenal players, Holan continued his incomprehensible behavior, such as strong tone and rough behavior toward Arsenal players. Even after the whistle at the end of the game, Holan continued his misdeeds, swearing at Gabriel Jeju.
However, despite this behavior, Holan will move on without any special disciplinary action. The Daily Mail said 'VAR's office reviewed the incident at the time and determined that no action was needed. It is understood that there will be no retrospective punishment,' Holan said, adding that there will be no post-mortem disciplinary action against Holan. The BBC also predicted that the England Football Association will not take any further action on what happened against Arsenal.
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