Erling Haaland may be subject to disciplinary measures subsequent to his social media discourse criticizing referee Simon Hooper in the wake of Sunday’s eventful 3-3 draw between Manchester City and Tottenham.

After the official failed to grant City a lead in the dying moments of an exhilarating Premier League match at the Etihad Stadium, the City forward was enraged.

Haaland was fouled but rose swiftly to assist Jack Grealish in advancing onto the goal; however, Hooper reclaimed the ball and awarded a free kick.

Haaland was among a group of City players who confronted the official in a furious manner. Following the game, he further demonstrated his discontent by reposting a video of the altercation on X, formerly Twitter, accompanied by the profane slang term “Wtf.”

Although manager Pep Guardiola was not privy to Haaland’s social media post when he addressed reporters following the game, he acknowledged understanding the player’s rage in reference to Haaland’s on-field demeanor.

“It’s normal,” the City manager stated. “He exhibited the same reaction toward ten players.” As per the regulations prohibiting conversation with referees and fourth officials, ten participants ought to have been dismissed from service today.

“He is somewhat dissatisfied. “If the referee were to represent Manchester City today, undoubtedly, he would have been dissatisfied with that action.”

Guardiola had attempted to soften his stance, stating in a television interview that he did not wish to make a “Mikel Arteta comment” regarding the Arsenal manager’s contentious remarks made last month following a match against Newcastle.

He further stated during a press conference, “Both the players and I make errors.

“It surprised me because it was acceptable to whistle at that instant Erling was taken down.

“However, I do not wish to criticize him when he continues to stand and the referee makes that motion to resume play, and when he (Haaland) stops the game after making the pass, he does so.

“Occasionally, I lose my train of thought and make improper gestures on the touchline, but after many years as a manager, I’ve never been the type to comment once I’ve recovered.”