Haaland Claims Gabriel Should Have Been Sent Off for Headbutt Attempt

Manchester City's Erling Haaland believes Arsenal's Gabriel should have received a red card for attempting to headbutt him during their recent match. The incident occurred when Haaland outmuscled Gabriel to score the winning goal, leading to a confrontation between the two players. Despite Gabriel's actions, he only received a yellow card, a decision that Haaland thinks was incorrect. 'I think it's a red card,' Haaland said in a post-match interview. 'Most people agree with me. If I had gone down like any other player, it would have been a red card. It's not something I would do, as my father taught me to stay on my feet.' Former official Mike Dean and Sky Sports' Gary Neville also shared Haaland's opinion, suggesting that Gabriel was fortunate to avoid a stricter punishment. The incident has sparked debate, with some arguing that Gabriel's actions warranted a red card, while others believe the referee made the right decision. Haaland's goal helped Manchester City secure a 2-1 win over Arsenal, leaving them just three points behind the league leaders with a game in hand.