Herbert Fandel, the Head of the German Football Association’s referee commission, has warned Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola, over his future conduct, after their 1-1 draw with Schalke last week.
The former Barcelona coach berated the assistant referee, after Robert Lewandowski’s goal was ruled out. Few minutes later, the Spaniard embraced the fourth official, after Arjen Robben scored for the Bavarians.
Guardiola himself waved aside the incidents after the match, but Fandel has now issued a warning for him not to repeat such.
“Pep Guardiola would do well to adjust his attitude,” Fandel told Sport Bild.
“With all due respect to strong emotional reactions, we crossed a line. A coach leaving his technical area to rush towards an assistant at the corner flag needs to be sent to the stands.
“The fact that he got away with a warning against Schalke should remain an isolated case.
“You cannot touch the body of a referee. Pep Guardiola should change his behaviour immediately.”
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