Man United fans are all saying the same thing about the incident between Kounde and Rashford

Manchester United fans can't believe the decision the referee made during the incident between Marcus Rashford and Jules Kounde.

Man United were leading 2-1 against Barcelona at the time of the big talking point of the Europa League play-off first-leg at the Camp Nou.

Bruno Fernandes picked out Rashford, who raced onto the ball and ran through on goal before crumbling to the canvas following contact from Kounde.

The French defender appeared to clip the legs of the England international, who went down just outside the box.

But match referee Maurizio Mariani failed to blow his whistle or reward anything to the visitors.

Rashford couldn't believe he wasn't awarded a free-kick as he angrily gestured towards the linesman.

Man United fans online also made their feelings known as they couldn't believe Kounde wasn't sent off.

One Twitter user wrote: "How is this waved off but moments later there's a foul given for no foul on Gavi? @UEFA what's going on with this referee?"

A second tweeted: "It’s a free kick and a red as it’s a clear goal scoring opportunity if he’s not fouled."

A third added: "Scandalous stuff man 'uefalona' might be back. It’s always Barcelona that get these decisions."

A fourth commented: "He was the last man, should’ve been a straight red."

Another said: "How was this not a red card? Or a penalty?"

Barca went onto equalise when Raphinha's cross found its way into the back of the net.

Speaking after the 2-2 draw, Erik ten Hag bemoaned the incident as he hit out at the Italian referee during his post-match interview.

"The refereeing had a big influence in this game," he said. "A clear foul on Rashford and then a red card. Referees can't make such mistakes."

Rashford echoed his manager's sentiment as he thought it was a '100 per cent' a foul.

"It's a massive moment in the game," he said. "I've not watched it back, but in the moment I don't understand why the referee would think I've gone down. It's 100% a foul for me."

Was Kounde lucky to avoid a red card? Let us know what you think.

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Topics: Marcus Rashford, Manchester United, Football, Barcelona

Nasir Jabbar

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