Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has suggested that Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero was ‘bang out of order’ during his side’s defeat to Manchester United at the weekend.
The Argentine centre-back was pictured wildly celebrating in front of Red Devils’ captain Harry Maguire after he had put through his own goal to see Spurs level - Cristiano Ronaldo’s brace previously edging the hosts ahead after Harry Kane’s penalty. However, Romero’s delight did not last for too long as the Portuguese superstar secured his hat-trick with a stunning header.
Victory for Ralf Rangnick’s men - coupled with Arsenal’s 2-0 win against Leicester City - has seen the race for a Champions League place take a fresh twist. As it stands, the Gunners sit one point clear of Manchester United in fourth, whilst they hold a six-point advantage over their north London rivals Spurs.
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Whilst some were left licking their lips at a potential return to Europe’s top table following the final whistle at Old Trafford, Parlour instead decided to focus on Romero’s actions. It is fair to say that he took exception to the Argentine’s wild celebrations.
Speaking with talkSPORT, he said: “I think that’s bang out of order.
“I don’t think I’d do that. I know it’s a big game for both sides but come on.
“I don’t know the situation but you don’t need to do that. Just take the goal and run away and celebrate with your teammates.”
Of course, Romero did not get the last laugh as Spurs fell to defeat - their fifth in their last eight Premier League games. Antonio Conte’s men are now well off the pace in the race for the Champions League having played a game more.
Arsenal have also held an advantage over their north London rivals on the pitch this season having won 3-1 at the Emirates Stadium earlier this season. The return clash at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is yet to be organised but it is already a match that looks key to both sides’ hopes of claiming a place at Europe’s top table.
