Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson has denied any wrongdoing following a contentious incident during Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City. The England international was involved in a situation where he appeared to handle the ball with his hand after it came loose from Erling Haaland’s head. Despite this, he escaped a red card for handling the ball outside the penalty area in the 24th minute.
Key Moments
- Crucial Decision: The decision not to penalize Henderson proved vital as he later saved Omar Marmoush’s penalty kick 12 minutes after the incident, contributing to Palace’s 1-0 victory at Wembley Stadium.
- Post-Match Comments: In an interview with Sky Sports News, Henderson stated, "I don’t think I’ve done anything wrong. I’m just trying to do my job and help my team win games."
Match Context
Henderson remained focused throughout the match, helping secure a significant victory for his team. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his frustration on the touchline and confronted Henderson after the final whistle. However, reports indicate that there is no lingering animosity between the two.
Guardiola’s Frustration
- Time-Wasting Concerns: Sources close to both parties revealed that Guardiola was upset with Palace’s time-wasting tactics towards the end of normal play, a strategy that has become more common under new manager Oliver Glasner.
- Henderson’s Response: In response to Guardiola’s complaints, Henderson remarked, "You got your ten minutes," referencing a previous FA Cup semi-final match between Manchester United and Liverpool.
Performance Highlights
Henderson received praise from his teammates for his performance in goal, playing a crucial role in helping Palace reach their first major final since their promotion to England’s top flight four years ago. He made several key saves throughout the match and was named man of the match by Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville.
Controversies in Henderson’s Career
Despite his impressive performance, Henderson has faced controversies in his career, including:
- Previous Red Cards: He was sent off twice while playing for Bournemouth last season before joining Crystal Palace, including a red card against Brighton & Hove Albion, which resulted in a three-match ban.
- Violent Conduct Charge: He was also charged with violent conduct following an altercation with Nottingham Forest player Morgan Gibbs-White during a Premier League clash in January.
When asked if he had spoken to Guardiola since their confrontation after the match, Henderson replied, “No,” adding, “I don’t know what happened there [on Saturday]. It wasn’t really much conversation between us.”
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