EPL: Guardiola suggests the referee might feel disappointed if he were to play for Manchester City against Tottenham.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has asserted that referee Simon Hooper would have felt “disappointed” had he played for the Premier League champions during the 3-3 draw against Tottenham on Sunday.

Hooper’s contentious decision to halt a City attack for a foul on Erling Haaland, denying Jack Grealish a chance on goal, triggered strong reactions from Haaland and his teammates. They perceived it as a crucial opportunity to take the lead late in the match.

Following the game, Haaland’s visible frustration was evident as he headed towards the dressing room. When questioned about Haaland’s reaction, Guardiola commented, “It’s a natural response. If the referee were playing for Man City today, he too would have been disappointed.”