Things got heated VERY quickly at Anfield as Liverpool and Manchester City players were involved in an early flashpoint during their explosive Premier League showdown! 😤💥
😱 RONALD ARAUJO BOOKED!
The drama unfolded after Liverpool won a dangerous free-kick in a wide position, following pressure from Lewis Koumas on Manchester City defender Marc Guéhi, who handled the ball during the challenge.
But it was Ronald Araújo who ended up in trouble with the referee! 🟨 The City defender was shown a yellow card after protesting the decision and gesturing for Guéhi to receive a booking as well.
🔥 ANFIELD WAS ALREADY ROCKING!
The atmosphere was electric, with Liverpool supporters making their feelings known to the visitors through chants and banners linked to Manchester City’s recent financial-rule verdict.
City have appealed the verdict, but the controversy has added even more fuel to an already fierce rivalry between the two Premier League giants. 👀
With tensions rising just 11 minutes into the contest, it was clear that neither side was willing to back down without a fight. Every tackle, decision and challenge was drawing a reaction as the intensity continued to build.
💣 A FIERY START TO A HUGE PREMIER LEAGUE SHOWDOWN!
Liverpool fans were desperate to see their team make a statement at Anfield, while City arrived knowing they would face a hostile reception from the home crowd.
And with emotions already running high, the early booking only added to the drama surrounding this blockbuster encounter! 🔥🔴
👀 LIVERPOOL VS MAN CITY WAS ALREADY GETTING HEATED — AND ANFIELD WAS MAKING ITS VOICE HEARD!
What do you think, Reds? Was Araújo right to protest, or did he deserve the yellow card? 🤔👇
