Micah Richards left ‘stunned and furious’ at Celtic flop over Matondo Rangers goal

April 8, 2024

Micah Richards expressed his frustration at Yang’s failure to contain Rabbi Matondo during Rangers’ late equaliser at Ibrox, describing how he was left shouting at the TV screen in disbelief. The dramatic 3-3 draw between Rangers and Celtic saw Matondo score a spectacular goal in injury time, catching many off guard. As Matondo cut inside on his right foot and unleashed an unstoppable shot into the top corner, Richards couldn’t contain his exasperation at the defensive lapse that allowed the goal to happen.

Reflecting on the moment, Richards revealed his disbelief at Yang’s positioning, which ultimately led to Matondo’s clear chance on goal. Watching the game remotely, Richards found himself animated and vocal in his disapproval, urging the defender to steer Matondo wide. The former Manchester City defender’s frustration mounted as he saw the inevitable outcome approaching, knowing that the ball was destined to hit the back of the net.

Recalling the pivotal moment, Richards emphasized how crucial defensive decisions can be in high-stakes matches like the Glasgow derby, where split-second lapses can change the course of the game.

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