Bukayo Saka labeled a ‘cheat’ as Man Utd icon blamed for Arsenal star’s actions
The article discusses former Premier League referee Jeff Winter’s accusations of Bukayo Saka “cheating” by attempting to win a penalty for Arsenal during their Champions League game against Bayern Munich. Saka’s actions, particularly hanging out a leg to invite contact, are likened to a technique mastered by Cristiano Ronaldo and are considered by Winter as part of the game for over 50 years.
Winter expresses concerns about the difficulty in proving diving and suggests that legal action could result from controversial calls. He also points out the challenges in utilizing VAR effectively due to human error.
Winter credits Ronaldo as a significant figure in perfecting the art of winning penalties and highlights the subjectivity involved in making such decisions, suggesting the need for a quicker and more decisive process to benefit the game. The article also notes Saka’s frustration at not being awarded a penalty and the subsequent impact on the outcome of the game, as well as Winter’s worries about the increasing prevalence of such actions in the sport.
