Chelsea midfielder, John Mikel Obi, has said that Wayne Rooney should have been red-carded for his challenge on Oscar, in Monday’s goalless draw with Manchester United.
Referee Martin Atkinson instead showed the United captain a yellow card, while Rooney later apologized to Oscar.
“I didn’t see the tackle, but from what I’ve heard, it was a bit high,” Mikel said.
“The other players were talking about it at the end and they said he should have been sent off. Oscar is fine though.”
The Super Eagles player, also claimed that United’s poor form in front of goal, is the reason they could not trouble Chelsea in the match.
“I think sometimes you could see in the game that they had chances to attack, but were a little bit sceptical, or hesitant,” he added.
“Maybe they were a little bit scared. They were playing not to lose as well. Because of the fast players we have up front who can break they were cautious, and approached the game not to lose.
“Both teams are not in the right place right now to attack, attack, attack, attack. Sometimes you have to be smart and settle for a point.”
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