Ralf Rangnick confronted referee Paul Tierney to voice his complaints over Leeds’ second goal in Manchester United’s 4-2 victory at Elland Road.
The Red Devils recorded a win over their rivals but had to work for the three points in the latter stages of the clash having conceded two goals in 24 seconds at the start of the second half.
United conceded a freak goal when Rodrigo’s cross found the back of the net before lost the ball straight from kick-off in the build-up to Raphinha’s equaliser.
Bruno Fernandes took too long on the ball and went down after a challenge by Adam Forshaw to gain possession and seconds later Raphinha converted from Dan James’ scross.
United’s players pleaded for a free-kick as the Portugal international stayed down but after a VAR check the goal stood.
Former RB Leipzig manager Rangnick wasn’t satisfied with Tierney’s decision though and wanted clarity after the game.
‘There were quite a few challenges today where in Germany, there would have been no discussion whatsoever,’ said the German.
‘I spoke to the referee after the game about that tackle on Bruno that led to their equaliser and said in Germany they wouldn’t have even asked the VAR.
‘The referee said to me, quite funnily, “that is why you had to come to England!” We did well and showed character.’
Upon watching the replays of Forshaw’s tackle on Fernandes, United legend Gary Neville concluded it wasn’t a foul.
‘I’m not sure that’s a foul. There isn’t too much in it, I’d be surprised if they overturn it,’ he said on commentary.
‘It’s onside, it’s just that challenge, Forshaw on Fernandes. Harry Maguire pleads for the foul.’
