Manchester City midfielder Rodri has been charged by the Soccer Affiliation after questioning referee Robert Jones’ neutrality following his aspect’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham.
Metropolis had been pissed off after Spurs recovered from 2-0 down, notably over Dominic Solanke’s objective, with replays showing to point out contact on Marc Guehi within the build-up.
The FA alleges the Spain worldwide breached misconduct guidelines throughout a post-match tv interview, claiming he “acted in an improper method” by implying bias and questioning the integrity of a match official.
Rodri has till February 18 to reply and will face a suspension if discovered responsible by an unbiased regulatory fee.
Talking after the Premier League match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Rodri voiced his frustration with the officiating.
“I do know we received an excessive amount of and the folks don’t need us to win, however the referee must be impartial,” he mentioned.
“It’s not truthful as a result of we work so arduous. When all the pieces is completed, you might be pissed off.”
The midfielder insisted he hardly ever criticises officers however felt compelled to talk out.
“Actually, I by no means talk about referees, I respect their job massively. However they’ve to concentrate to those issues,” he added.
“He kicked the leg, it’s so clear. It’s two, three video games in a row and I don’t know why.”
With no mounted sanction outlined within the laws for media feedback, any punishment shall be decided by an unbiased panel, though earlier circumstances have resulted in bans.
